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Iman Shumpert questions 76ers' championship potential after LeBron's signing

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 29, 2026, 11:30 AM

Last updated Jul 29, 2026

Iman Shumpert questions 76ers' championship potential after LeBron's signing

Summary

Iman Shumpert expressed skepticism about the Philadelphia 76ers being a championship contender following the addition of LeBron James. The team, now with James and Jaylen Brown, aims to leverage their star power alongside Tyrese Maxey and Joel Embiid. Shumpert, a former teammate of James, highlighted concerns over health and depth. He noted the competition from younger teams in the East that could challenge the 76ers' playoff ambitions.

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Status Watch

•Iman Shumpert doubts 76ers' readiness for championship run.
•LeBron James signed on a two-year, $8 million deal.
•Jaylen Brown also joined, adding depth to the roster.
•Concerns over health issues for James and Embiid persist.
•76ers face stiff competition from younger teams in the East.

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11:30 AMYahoo Sports — LeBron James’ Former Teammate Isn’t ‘Convinced’ New-Look 76ers Can Be a ‘Championship Team off the Rip’

What they're saying

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The Philadelphia 76ers have been the talk of the NBA since adding LeBron James to their star-studded starting lineup, with some proclaiming them the new Eastern Conference favorites. However, James’ former teammate Iman Shumpert still isn’t sold on the new-look 76ers posing a legitimate threat in the 2027 NBA title race.
— Yahoo Sports

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