Kentavious Caldwell-Pope joins 76ers to reunite with LeBron James
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 28, 2026, 12:16 PM
Last updated Jul 28, 2026
Kentavious Caldwell-Pope is set to join the Philadelphia 76ers on a one-year deal after clearing waivers. The 76ers recently signed LeBron James and traded for guard Jaylen Brown, adding Caldwell-Pope as a veteran presence. Caldwell-Pope struggled in his last season with the Memphis Grizzlies, averaging 8.4 points and missing 31 games due to injury. His new contract is reportedly worth $3.9 million. This reunion marks a return to playing alongside James, with whom he won an NBA championship in 2020.
- •Caldwell-Pope joins 76ers after leaving Memphis Grizzlies.
- •He averaged 8.4 points per game last season.
- •The deal is for one year at $3.9 million.
- •He won a championship with LeBron James in 2020.
- •Philadelphia has limited cap space after recent signings.
- 12:16 PMYahoo Sports — Former Georgia basketball star reuniting with LeBron James
"Kentavious Caldwell-Pope is joining the 76ers on a one-year deal to reunite with former Los Angeles Lakers teammate LeBron James.
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