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LeBron James praises Dean Wade after 76ers preseason loss to Nets

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Last updated Oct 9, 2026

LeBron James praises Dean Wade after 76ers preseason loss to Nets

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LeBron James made his preseason debut for the Philadelphia 76ers on October 8, 2026, scoring 10 points in an 18-minute outing. The 76ers lost to the Brooklyn Nets, 114-108, at Xfinity Mobile Arena. James lauded new teammate Dean Wade, stating he fits any basketball team and highlighting his versatility. Wade contributed seven points and four rebounds off the bench. The 76ers previously won their preseason opener against the New York Knicks, 120-97. Philadelphia will continue preseason action against the Boston Celtics on October 10.

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•76ers lose 114-108 to Nets in preseason game
•LeBron James scores 10 points in his preseason debut
•Dean Wade praised by James for his versatility
•Wade records seven points and four rebounds
•76ers next play the Celtics on October 10

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LeBron James made his preseason debut with the Philadelphia 76ers at Xfinity Mobile Arena on Thursday. They, however, lost to the Brooklyn Nets, 114-108. James sat out their preseason opener, a win against the New York Knicks, 120-97, at the same venue. Against the Nets, the 41-year-old forward tallied 10 points, four rebounds, five assists, and […] The post 76ers’ LeBron James gushes about Dean Wade’s value with ultimate praise appeared first on ClutchPoints.
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Yahoo SportsOct 9, 2026, 7:30 AM
76ers’ LeBron James gushes about Dean Wade’s value with ultimate praise
LeBron James made his preseason debut with the Philadelphia 76ers at Xfinity Mobile Arena on Thursday. They, however, lost to the Brooklyn Nets, 114-108. James sat out their preseason opener, a win against the New York Knicks, 120-97, at the same venue. Against the Nets, the 41-year-old forward tallied 10 points, four rebounds, five assists, and […] The post 76ers’ LeBron James gushes about Dean Wade’s value with ultimate praise appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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