Philadelphia 76ers monitor DeMar DeRozan amid LeBron James pursuit
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 10, 2026, 4:50 AM
Last updated Jul 10, 2026
DeMar DeRozan is set to enter free agency after the Sacramento Kings decided to part ways with the All-Star forward. While the Philadelphia 76ers have not been linked directly to DeRozan, NBA insider Jake Fischer notes that he could end up with teams not acquiring LeBron James. The Sixers are involved in the race for James, putting them in proximity to discussions about DeRozan. As DeRozan averaged 18.4 points and 4.1 assists last season, his options for next season are still taking shape as the league navigates the offseason.
- •DeRozan averages 17.7 points this season.
- •The Kings are in a rebuilding phase, moving on from DeRozan.
- •Other teams like Miami and Cleveland are potential destinations for DeRozan.
- •76ers are pursuing LeBron James, affecting their interest in DeRozan.
- •DeRozan's shooting last season included 49.7% from the field.
- 4:50 AMYahoo Sports — Philadelphia 76ers Get DeMar DeRozan Update Amid LeBron James Chase
"Another big name is hitting the NBA free agency market this offseason, and the Philadelphia 76ers could have their eyes on him. Earlier this week, it was revealed that the Sacramento Kings are going to cut ties with the All-Star forward DeMar DeRozan as they navigate through a rebuild. Several teams, not including the Sixers, […] The post Philadelphia 76ers Get DeMar DeRozan Update Amid LeBron James Chase appeared first on HEAVY.
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