Overview
- Maxey’s cameo was taped Nov. 16 at the Kennel Club of Philadelphia and aired on NBC’s Thanksgiving broadcast.
- He handled two dogs on the Purina Pro Plan Incredible Dog Challenge course, posting 41 seconds with Howie after a toy tug-of-war and about 30 seconds with Spike.
- NBC Sports producer Alexa Maremaa said the show reached out to the 76ers, then arranged walk-throughs and dry runs with agility pros to set Maxey up for success.
- Maremaa noted concern about potential tripping or injury on the carpeted course, while Maxey called the experience fun and said it left him sweating like a quarter of play.
- Coverage highlighted Maxey’s dog background, including three pets at home and prior agility training for a 2024 State Farm spot with trainer Perry DeWitt involved in this year’s show.