Tyrese Maxey discusses recruiting LeBron James to Philadelphia
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 11, 2026, 9:15 PM
Last updated Aug 11, 2026
Tyrese Maxey shared insights on his attempts to recruit LeBron James to the Philadelphia Sixers. During a podcast appearance, Maxey revealed he reached out to James multiple times, jokingly inviting him to join the team. He acknowledged knowing that James was likely to stay with the Lakers before he officially re-signed. This candid discussion highlights Maxey’s ambitions and the dynamics of recruiting top talent in the NBA.
- •Tyrese Maxey openly discussed recruiting LeBron James.
- •Maxey reached out to James through text messages.
- •He acknowledged James was likely to stay with the Lakers.
- •The conversation took place during a podcast interview.
- •Recruitment strategies are crucial for NBA team building.
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