76ers' stars engage LeBron James during free agency talks
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 15, 2026, 3:51 AM
Last updated Jul 15, 2026
Tyrese Maxey, Joel Embiid, and Jaylen Brown of the Philadelphia 76ers have reached out to LeBron James amid his ongoing free agency. Sources indicated that Maxey has taken the lead in these discussions. The 76ers have emerged as a possible destination for James, who is considering multiple teams, including the Cleveland Cavaliers, Miami Heat, and Golden State Warriors. Philadelphia recently traded for Brown and aims to strengthen their roster after a playoff run that concluded with a sweep in the second round. James, who previously played for the Los Angeles Lakers, will make his decision on free agency soon.
- •Maxey has a close relationship with LeBron as a Klutch Sports client.
- •Embiid won a gold medal with James at the 2024 Olympics.
- •The 76ers upset the Celtics before being swept by the Knicks in the playoffs.
- •James is considering several teams in free agency, including the 76ers.
- •The Eastern Conference will see increased competition with Giannis Antetokounmpo joining the Heat.
- 3:51 AMYahoo Sports — ESPN: 76ers' top three stars have talked to LeBron James
"The 76ers are considered one of the frontrunners to land LeBron James in free agency this summer.
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