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Stephen A. Smith discusses LeBron James's potential fifth championship with 76ers

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Last updated Oct 10, 2026

Stephen A. Smith discusses LeBron James's potential fifth championship with 76ers
Summary

Stephen A. Smith has expressed optimism regarding LeBron James's chances of winning a fifth NBA championship with the Philadelphia 76ers. Following his move to Philadelphia this summer, Smith believes the team has the capability to secure the title either this season or next. He emphasized that while James may achieve this milestone, he will still not surpass Michael Jordan as the greatest of all time. LeBron made his preseason debut for the 76ers this week, scoring 10 points in 18 minutes against the Brooklyn Nets, with his first official game set for October 20 against the New York Knicks.

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  • •LeBron James joined the Philadelphia 76ers this summer.
  • •Stephen A. Smith predicts James will win a fifth championship with the team.
  • •Smith reiterated that James is second to Michael Jordan in all-time rankings.
  • •LeBron scored 10 points in his preseason debut against the Brooklyn Nets.
  • •James's official NBA debut with the 76ers is on October 20 against the Knicks.
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  • 11:15 AMYahoo Sports — Stephen A. Smith announces the good and bad about LeBron James winning a fifth ring with 76ers
What they're saying
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Stephen A. Smith has high expectations for LeBron James following his move to the Philadelphia 76ers over the summer.

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