LeBron James debuts with Sixers at Blue & White scrimmage
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Last updated Oct 3, 2026
LeBron James participated in his first scrimmage with the Philadelphia 76ers on October 3, 2026, aiming to build chemistry with his new teammates. The training camp event featured a competitive atmosphere, with players showcasing skills and unselfish play. Joel Embiid appeared more mobile and active, contributing significantly on both offense and defense. James emphasized a focus on continuous improvement as the team prepares for the upcoming season. Coaches noted the importance of full participation in training as they build team cohesion.
- •LeBron James debuted with the 76ers during a scrimmage on October 3.
- •The team displayed unselfish play and high intensity throughout the scrimmage.
- •Joel Embiid showed improved mobility and active involvement in practices.
- •LeBron highlighted a mentality of daily improvement in team training.
- •Coaches emphasize the importance of cohesion and full participation in workouts.
- 8:52 PMESPN — LeBron, Brown scrimmage for 76ers as fans flock for first look
- 8:07 PMYahoo Sports — LeBron James makes Philadelphia debut in 76ers scrimmage
- 7:05 PMYahoo Sports — LeBron James was balling, babysitting and putting on a fantastic show in 76ers' debut at scrimmage
- 6:16 PMYahoo Sports — LeBron James, Sixers continue building chemistry at Blue & White scrimmage
"PHILADELPHIA (AP) — The 76ers' public address announcer ended a brief retirement over the summer in large part to get behind the mic and do what he did for the first time ahead of the team's annual scrimmage.Matt Cord introduced LeBron James in the Sixers' starting lineup.
"LeBron James’ Philadelphia 76ers debut was as low-stakes as it gets, a Saturday afternoon scrimmage in front of fans in South Philadelphia, but it reinforced the tone that Sixers President...
"Throngs of fans waited in lines more than 10-deep to watch LeBron James, Jaylen Brown and the rest of the 76ers take part in Saturday's scrimmage.
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External links- ESPNOct 3, 2026, 8:52 PMLeBron, Brown scrimmage for 76ers as fans flock for first look
Throngs of fans waited in lines more than 10-deep to watch LeBron James, Jaylen Brown and the rest of the 76ers take part in Saturday's scrimmage.
- Yahoo SportsOct 3, 2026, 8:07 PMLeBron James makes Philadelphia debut in 76ers scrimmage
PHILADELPHIA, PA - For the first time in eight years, LeBron James wore something other than a Lakers jersey on a NBA court.
- Yahoo SportsOct 3, 2026, 7:05 PMLeBron James was balling, babysitting and putting on a fantastic show in 76ers' debut at scrimmage
PHILADELPHIA (AP) — The 76ers' public address announcer ended a brief retirement over the summer in large part to get behind the mic and do what he did for the first time ahead of the team's annual scrimmage.Matt Cord introduced LeBron James in the Sixers' starting lineup.
- Yahoo SportsOct 3, 2026, 6:16 PMLeBron James, Sixers continue building chemistry at Blue & White scrimmage
LeBron James’ Philadelphia 76ers debut was as low-stakes as it gets, a Saturday afternoon scrimmage in front of fans in South Philadelphia, but it reinforced the tone that Sixers President...
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