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Cavs interested in adding former All-Star wing

Unsurprisingly, the Cleveland Cavaliers need to add another forward to the roster in the wake of LeBron James going to the Philadelphia 76ers. It seems that the signing of Mario Hezonja is not the only transaction the Cavaliers are pursuing. In a segment on NBA Today, ESPN’s Shams Charania noted that “DeMar DeRozan has interest […]

“I Might Fight Somebody…I’m Swinging”: Shaquille O’Neal’s Son Defends LeBron James’ Lakers Legacy Following 76ers Move

Just as Shaquille O’Neal slammed LeBron James’ critics, his son has forcefully stepped in to defend the validity of his 2020 NBA championship. Now the creative brains behind the SHAQ brand, Shareef O’Neal, accompanied his dad to New York for the Fanatics Fest 2026. While there, he caught up with Nick from Nick Knows Ball, […] The post “I Might Fight Somebody…I’m Swinging”: Shaquille O’Neal’s Son Defends LeBron James’ Lakers Legacy Following 76ers Move appeared first on EssentiallySports .

Bob Myers stole LeBron James from Warriors’ grasp

Bob Myers spent years building championship teams around Stephen Curry. This offseason, he helped deny his former franchise the stars it desperately wanted. After leading Golden State to four titles as general manager, Myers switched sides as president of Harris Blitzer Sports & Entertainment, playing a key role in Philadelphia’s blockbuster offseason. The 76ers landed […] The post Bob Myers stole LeBron James from Warriors’ grasp appeared first on TalkBasket.net .

Shaquille O’Neal predicts Joel Embiid will surpass Nikola Jokic

Shaquille O’Neal believes Joel Embiid is ready for a dominant season and could overtake Nikola Jokic as the NBA’s top big man. Appearing on The Stephen A. Smith Show, O’Neal said Embiid will have a major impact in the 2026-27 season. “Joel Embiid is going to dominate this year. You heard it here first. Joel […] The post Shaquille O’Neal predicts Joel Embiid will surpass Nikola Jokic appeared first on TalkBasket.net .

LeBron James’ family plays central role in decision to join 76ers

LeBron James' family reportedly played a key role in his decision to join the Philadelphia 76ers in the NBA. LeBron James shook up the entire NBA market after confirming his move to the Philadelphia 76ers for the upcoming season. Several theories emerged surrounding why he ultimately chose Philadelphia over other suitors, with his family clearly playing a primary role in the decision. ESPN senior NBA insider Shams Charania appeared on NBA Today to discuss how James reached his choice an...

LeBron James has sights set on another NBA record

LeBron James has won almost all awards and honors the NBA has to offer. He agreed to join the Philadelphia 76ers to continue his legendary career and play in his 24th season. The 41-year-old is a four-time champion, four-time Finals…

“Bunch of Hypocrites”: Mychal Thompson Calls Lakers Fans ‘Idiots’ for Booing LeBron James’ 76ers Move

Even though LeBron James brought an end to his Lakers tenure after eight seasons, a franchise legend is still rooting for him. Earlier this year, Mychal Thompson stated that Bron deserved a statue for the Purple and Gold franchise. Recently, the former champion even lashed out at critics who are celebrating his exit. “If any Laker […] The post “Bunch of Hypocrites”: Mychal Thompson Calls Lakers Fans ‘Idiots’ for Booing LeBron James’ 76ers Move appeared first on EssentiallySports .

The Assurance Joel Embiid Gave LeBron James to Help Him Sign

LeBron James’ move to the Philadelphia 76ers wasn’t just about joining another contender. Behind the scenes, one of the biggest questions surrounding the decision centred on Joel Embiid and his health, and the reigning MVP’s response appears to have played a major role. While Philadelphia’s star-studded roster featuring Embiid, Tyrese Maxey and Jaylen Brown was […] The post The Assurance Joel Embiid Gave LeBron James to Help Him Sign appeared first on Basketball Forever .

76ers Roll Out the Royal Welcome For LeBron James

LeBron James is officially a member of the Philadelphia 76ers, and the franchise wasted no time marking the occasion with a fitting tribute. When the team announced James’ arrival on Monday, they shared a photo of his blue No. 23 jersey hanging inside the locker room, complete with a crown sitting above it in recognition […] The post 76ers Roll Out the Royal Welcome For LeBron James appeared first on Basketball Forever .

“I Feel Sorry for Tyrese Maxey”: Shaquille O’Neal Opens Up on LeBron James, Jaylen Brown Joining the 76ers

Super teams often create as many questions as they answer. The Philadelphia 76ers may have stacked one of the NBA’s most talented rosters, but Shaquille O’Neal believes one player could end up paying the highest price. As LeBron James and Jaylen Brown officially join the side, the Hall of Famer appeared less worried about the […] The post “I Feel Sorry for Tyrese Maxey”: Shaquille O’Neal Opens Up on LeBron James, Jaylen Brown Joining the 76ers appeared first on EssentiallySports .

Bill Reiter: LeBron James a ‘mercenary’ who didn’t love Los Angeles

LeBron James is extending his playing career with the Philadelphia 76ers after a surprising free agency decision left former teams in Cleveland and Miami missing out on another tenure with the NBA’s all-time leading scorer. While James finishing his career with the hometown team that drafted him would have been the perfect storybook ending, the…

Warriors reportedly uninterested in negotiating with Celtics for Jaylen Brown before 76ers deal

The Golden State Warriors were reportedly not interested in negotiating with the Boston Celtics for Jaylen Brown before the Philadelphia 76ers deal. The Golden State Warriors have remained a headline topic throughout the NBA offseason, not for roster additions, but for perceived poor management and a lack of interest in building around an active Stephen Curry — who could earn 17 times more than LeBron James . That situation was highlighted during trade discussions with the Boston Celtics reg...

LeBron James could still be traded by the 76ers

LeBron James may have called his move to the 76ers the final chapter of his career, but one key detail in his contract leaves open the possibility of an unexpected ending. James signed a two-year, $8 million deal with Philadelphia, but unlike his previous contracts with the Cavaliers and Lakers, it does not include a […] The post LeBron James could still be traded by the 76ers appeared first on TalkBasket.net .

Steph Curry could earn 17x more than LeBron James on his next deal

Curry would make more than LeBron James in the upcoming 2026-27 season. Stephen Curry could sign an extension that would blow LeBron James ’ new salary with the Philadelphia 76ers out of the water, we’re talking more than 17 times what the former Laker will make after taking some heat from critics like Charles Barkley . According to a report from Evan Sidery, Curry is eligible for a two-year , $136.7 million extension with the Warriors . That would dwarf James’ two-year deal with the 76...

Shams Charania Reveals LeBron James’ Unexpected 76ers Role as “Sacrifice” Emerges Within Locker Room

It has been more than four decades since the 76ers last won a title. Every superstar they’ve assembled since has come with a championship promise and left with a question mark. LeBron James, who they just signed, is calling this his last decision – and the role he’s being asked to play is unlike any […] The post Shams Charania Reveals LeBron James’ Unexpected 76ers Role as “Sacrifice” Emerges Within Locker Room appeared first on EssentiallySports .

Updated Sixers 2026-27 roster throughout monumental free agency

The 2026 NBA Draft is over, and free agency is underway. With all the comings and goings throughout the league overall, it can be hard to keep up with who is actually on the Philadelphia 76ers roster from day to day. So, use our tracker below to help you stay up-to-date on the Sixers’ roster as free […]