LeBron James begins Year 24 with 76ers alongside VJ Edgecombe
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 7, 2026, 9:45 AM
Last updated Aug 7, 2026
LeBron James is set to enter his 24th season in the NBA with the Philadelphia 76ers. This season marks a notable first for James, as he will wear the 76ers jersey. He will be playing alongside VJ Edgecombe, one of the youngest players in the league. Edgecombe was born on July 30, 2005, which means he wasn't born when James made his debut in 2003. The excitement around James joining the 76ers is palpable, with Edgecombe expressing disbelief over sharing the court with the veteran star.
- •LeBron James begins his 24th NBA season with the 76ers.
- •James will play with younger teammate VJ Edgecombe.
- •Edgecombe was born two years after James' NBA debut.
- •James joins the 76ers after a lengthy career with the Cavaliers and Lakers.
- •Edgecombe expresses excitement about playing alongside James.
- 9:45 AMYahoo Sports — How old was 76ers star VJ Edgecombe when LeBron James made his NBA debut
"LeBron James will share the court with one of the youngest players in the NBA right now. The 2026-27 NBA season will mark LeBron James’ Year 24 in the league as he’s all set to don the Philadelphia 76ers’ jersey for the first time in his career.
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