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Joel Embiid praises LeBron James for playmaking with Sixers

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 30, 2026, 2:07 PM

Last updated Oct 30, 2026

Joel Embiid praises LeBron James for playmaking with Sixers
Summary

Joel Embiid acknowledged LeBron James' impact on his playmaking abilities after a game against the Indiana Pacers. Embiid highlighted that James has averaged 6.8 assists in four games with the Philadelphia 76ers, helping him find favorable scoring positions. He emphasized the need for their duo to develop better chemistry and explore effective plays. Embiid noted that having a player of James' caliber facilitates smoother offensive plays, which the team aims to improve as they pursue a title this season.

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  • •Embiid praises James for facilitating plays during the Pacers game.
  • •James averages 6.8 assists with the Sixers in four games.
  • •Embiid believes they can further develop their on-court chemistry.
  • •Effective playmaking is crucial for Embiid's scoring opportunities.
  • •Philadelphia seeks to improve their offensive strategies this season.
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  • 2:07 PMYahoo Sports — Joel Embiid gives credit to Sixers star LeBron James for playmaking
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Joel Embiid gives credit to Philadelphia 76ers star LeBron James for his playmaking abilities out on the floor.

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