Skip Bayless suggests LeBron James is a perfect fit for the 76ers
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 28, 2026, 3:44 AM
Last updated Jul 28, 2026
Skip Bayless has expressed strong support for LeBron James joining the Philadelphia 76ers, indicating that he could effectively play as a point guard. The 76ers, which include players like Tyrese Maxey and Joel Embiid, aim to leverage James' playmaking abilities this upcoming season. He previously excelled at the position in 2019-20, averaging 25.3 points and leading the league in assists. With James seeking to claim a championship with a fourth different franchise, expectations are high for the team as they pursue their first title since 1983.
- •Bayless believes James is an ideal fit for Philadelphia.
- •76ers plan to utilize James as a point guard.
- •James seeks to win a title with his fourth team.
- •Philadelphia aims for its first championship since 1983.
- •Maxey and Embiid are key players alongside James.
- 5:40 AMYahoo Sports — Skip Bayless says LeBron James’ new role will make him a ‘perfect fit’ with Philadelphia 76ers
- 3:44 AMYahoo Sports — Skip Bayless has a surprising take about LeBron James’ fit with the 76ers
"LeBron James is returning to one of his most beloved roles on the court after signing with the Philadelphia 76ers. For the first time in his NBA career, LeBron James will don the jersey of the Philadelphia 76ers as the 41-year-old signed a two-year, $8 million deal with the organization.
"There have been valid questions about LeBron James’ fit with the Philadelphia 76ers, as the team is stacked with Tyrese Maxey, Jaylen Brown, Joel Embiid, and even VJ Edgecombe, whom he’ll share the ball with this upcoming season. However, long-time…
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External links- Yahoo SportsJul 28, 2026, 5:40 AMSkip Bayless says LeBron James’ new role will make him a ‘perfect fit’ with Philadelphia 76ers
LeBron James is returning to one of his most beloved roles on the court after signing with the Philadelphia 76ers. For the first time in his NBA career, LeBron James will don the jersey of the Philadelphia 76ers as the 41-year-old signed a two-year, $8 million deal with the organization.
- Yahoo SportsJul 28, 2026, 3:44 AMSkip Bayless has a surprising take about LeBron James’ fit with the 76ers
There have been valid questions about LeBron James’ fit with the Philadelphia 76ers, as the team is stacked with Tyrese Maxey, Jaylen Brown, Joel Embiid, and even VJ Edgecombe, whom he’ll share the ball with this upcoming season. However, long-time…
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