76ers eye LeBron James after trading for Jaylen Brown
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 2, 2026, 5:31 PM
Last updated Jul 2, 2026
The Philadelphia 76ers have made a significant roster change by trading Paul George and picks to the Boston Celtics for Jaylen Brown. Following this move, reports indicate that the 76ers are now positioned to aggressively pursue LeBron James, as they could outbid the Golden State Warriors in free agency. With Brown's addition enhancing their competitiveness, the team's potential starting lineup could include Tyrese Maxey, Brown, V.J. Edgecombe, James, and Joel Embiid. This major trade is aimed at bolstering their championship aspirations.
- •76ers trade Paul George and picks to Celtics for Jaylen Brown
- •Philadelphia expresses interest in signing LeBron James
- •LeBron could strengthen 76ers' lineup alongside Brown and Embiid
- •Warriors also interested in LeBron, may struggle without acquiring Anthony Davis
- •Dean Wade joins 76ers on a four-year deal
- 5:31 PMYahoo Sports — 76ers predicted to outbid Warriors for $101 million Lakers superstar after Jaylen Brown trade
"An NBA writer thinks the Philadelphia 76ers could land a Los Angeles Lakers standout forward this summer.
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