LeBron James aims to lead Sixers as new season approaches
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 26, 2026, 11:02 AM
Last updated Sep 26, 2026
LeBron James prepares to join the Philadelphia 76ers for the upcoming NBA season, which begins on October 20. As he enters his 24th season, James, who averaged 20.9 points, 7.2 assists, and 6.1 rebounds last year, has outlined three key goals: demonstrate championship leadership, adopt a playmaking role, and enhance defensive efforts. Coming off eight seasons with the Los Angeles Lakers, his presence is expected to elevate the Sixers' ambitions for a title.
- •James joins the 76ers after eight seasons with the Lakers.
- •The new NBA season starts on October 20.
- •His goals include setting a championship example and playmaking.
- •James averaged 20.9 points, 7.2 assists, and 6.1 rebounds last season.
- 11:02 AMYahoo Sports — Sixers 3 goals: LeBron James just needs to be himself in Philly
"LeBron James just needs to be himself as he gets set to join the Philadelphia 76ers for his 24th season in the league.
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