LeBron James’ next move is what everyone is talking about as the free agency period is underway.
After the 76ers made a big trade, they released Paul George and two first-round picks to the Celtics in exchange for Jaylen Brown.
However, after reports emerged from NBA insiders claiming that the 76ers are not done with their business yet.
Tony Jones, who reports for The Athletic, posted on X (formerly Twitter) shortly after Brown came on board that the 76ers are considering signing free agent King James as their next blockbuster move.
Let’s explore the possibilities of how LeBron James would fit into the 76ers’ starting five after Jaylen Brown enters.
PG” Tyrese Maxey
AG: VJ Edgecombe
SF: Jaylen Brown
PF: Dean Wade
C: Joel Embiid
This starting lineup offers an ideal opportunity to play with less pressure on his shoulders.
King James, 41, has only appeared in 60 games this season, his lowest number since 2022-23, recording just 15.3 field goals per game, again the lowest total of his career.
The statistics speak for themselves.
Working with Luka Doncic means James no longer had to start the primary offensive engine as often.
With young blood joining the 76ers roster this season, it simply means he would land in the same scenario playing alongside Brown, Maxey and Edgecombe.
This scenario might be best suited for the elderly king to play the role of “facilitator” among a group of these younger goalscorers.
The NBA free agency period began on June 30, and each NBA team has until July 6 at 12:01 p.m. ET to begin sealing deals with free agents.
