Tyrese Maxey keeps LeBron James' signing with 76ers a secret from VJ Edgecombe
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 5, 2026, 3:15 AM
Last updated Aug 5, 2026
Tyrese Maxey initially concealed LeBron James' signing with the Philadelphia 76ers from teammate VJ Edgecombe. After leaving the Los Angeles Lakers, James considered the 76ers a prime destination due to their cap space and the opportunity to play alongside Maxey and Joel Embiid. Edgecombe, a young player excited about teaming with James, expressed that Maxey had prior knowledge of the signing but chose not to reveal it. This development adds to the team's championship aspirations, especially following their trade for Jaylen Brown.
- •LeBron James signed with the Philadelphia 76ers after leaving the Lakers.
- •Tyrese Maxey initially hid the signing news from VJ Edgecombe.
- •Edgecombe is excited to play alongside his childhood hero.
- •The 76ers have traded for Jaylen Brown to enhance their championship prospects.
- •James' arrival boosts the team's competitiveness in the NBA.
- 3:15 AMYahoo Sports — Tyrese Maxey initially hid LeBron James' signing for the 76ers from VJ Edgecombe
"VJ Edgecombe was quite excited about the 76ers getting LeBron James even before they signed him.
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