Tyrese Maxey discusses recruitment of LeBron James to the Sixers
4 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 12, 2026, 6:55 AM
Last updated Aug 12, 2026
Tyrese Maxey talked about his role in recruiting LeBron James to the Philadelphia 76ers during an appearance on the "Numbers on the Board" podcast. Following significant offseason moves, including acquiring Jaylen Brown and Kentavious Caldwell-Pope, the Sixers sought James to enhance their title chances. Maxey, a close friend of James, described reaching out to him playfully about joining Philadelphia. He emphasized the importance of winning over personal scoring stats, highlighting the need for adaptability within the team's offensive structure as they aim for success this season.
- •Maxey participated in recruiting LeBron James to the 76ers.
- •Philadelphia added Jaylen Brown and Kentavious Caldwell-Pope this summer.
- •Maxey prioritizes winning over individual scoring statistics.
- •The Sixers aim to adapt offensively to accommodate key players.
- 6:55 AMYahoo Sports — Tyrese Maxey breaks down how he recruited LeBron James to Philadelphia 76ers
- 2:03 AMYahoo Sports — Tyrese Maxey admits he has to sacrifice to play with LeBron James and Jaylen Brown
- 1:38 AMYahoo Sports — Tyrese Maxey breaks down what it was like to recruit LeBron James to the 76ers
- 11:17 PMYahoo Sports — Tyrese Maxey opens up on LeBron James recruitment, Sixers hierarchy
"Tyrese Maxey revealed exactly how he approached LeBron James to join the Philadelphia 76ers after leaving the LA Lakers. James joined the 76ers on a two-year, $8 million contract, taking the veteran minimum salary to form one of the most stacked starting fives in the NBA.
"Tyrese Maxey opens up on the recruitment of LeBron James as well as the hierarchy for the Philadelphia 76ers.
"Tyrese Maxey knows the dynamics within the 76ers will have to change.
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External links- Yahoo SportsAug 12, 2026, 6:55 AMTyrese Maxey breaks down how he recruited LeBron James to Philadelphia 76ers
Tyrese Maxey revealed exactly how he approached LeBron James to join the Philadelphia 76ers after leaving the LA Lakers. James joined the 76ers on a two-year, $8 million contract, taking the veteran minimum salary to form one of the most stacked starting fives in the NBA.
- Yahoo SportsAug 12, 2026, 2:03 AMTyrese Maxey admits he has to sacrifice to play with LeBron James and Jaylen Brown
Tyrese Maxey knows the dynamics within the 76ers will have to change.
- Yahoo SportsAug 12, 2026, 1:38 AMTyrese Maxey breaks down what it was like to recruit LeBron James to the 76ers
Tyrese Maxey played a role in LeBron James signing with the 76ers.
- Yahoo SportsAug 11, 2026, 11:17 PMTyrese Maxey opens up on LeBron James recruitment, Sixers hierarchy
Tyrese Maxey opens up on the recruitment of LeBron James as well as the hierarchy for the Philadelphia 76ers.
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