Sixers media day: LeBron James speaks for first time as Sixer ahead of training camp
PHILADELPHIA - Philadelphia got to meet its new King on Monday, as LeBron James spoke for the first time as a Sixer at Media Day.
Jaylen Brown will also don a Sixers jersey for the first time on Monday, and Sixers' stars Joel Embiid and Tyrese Maxey will also meet with the media as the highly-anticipated season officially gets underway.
LeBron James brings legacy to Philadelphia
What they're saying:
LeBron James spoke for the first time as a member of the Philadelphia 76ers on Monday, giving his long-awaited answers on what led him to picking the Sixers, how he believes he'll fit on the team, and his existing relationships with Joel Embiid and Tyrese Maxey.
"I had a group of teams I was interested in," James, 41, told the media. "I have a really great relationship with Tyrese, we talked a lot, I kind of picked his brain a lot on not only where he sees his career going, how he sees the franchise here, how much he believes in the franchise."
LeBron James speaks for first time as a Sixer
LeBron James met with members of the media for the first time as a member of the Philadelphia 76ers. The 41-year-old spoke about his fit on the team, his relationship with Joel Embiid and Tyrese Maxey, and how the Sixers will manage high expectations.
James called Joel Embiid "one of the most talented guys we have in the world," and praised the oft-injured center's offseason preparation that he believes will help the team gain an edge over their Eastern Conference rivals.
"I'm definitely in his corner and I can't wait to be out there on the court with him again, like we were in '24 in the Olympics," said James, who won an Olympic gold alongside Embiid.
When asked about the Sixers' fans, LeBron lauded their sports knowledge and the accountability the city demands of its players.
"This is a sports town," the four-time NBA champion said. "I'm excited to be a part of this, to be the feeling, be a part of the vibes, and go out and play for something that's more than myself, more than the players in the locker room, but for the whole city."
As for his role on the team, LeBron, in search of his fifth NBA Championship, said he will do whatever the team asks of him.
"The luxury of my game is I can do everything…literally, I can do everything," he said.
Sixers offseason review
Timeline:
LeBron James notwithstanding, the Sixers had a busy offseason after being swept in the conference semifinals to the eventual NBA champion New York Knicks. Here are some of their biggest offseason additions:
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Sixers select Alabama G Labaron Philon Jr. in first round of NBA Draft
The Sixers selected University of Alabama guard Labaron Philon Jr. with their first pick in the 2026 NBA Draft on Tuesday night.
Sixers draft Labaron Philon Jr.
The Sixers used the 22nd overall pick in the 2026 NBA Draft to select University of Alabama point guard Labaron Philon Jr.
The former First-Team All-SEC guard average 22 points in 33 games in the second of two seasons at Alabama. The Sixers hope Philon Jr. will round out an exciting young core that also features Tyrese Maxey and VJ Edgecombe.
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Jaylen Brown introduced by Sixers, talks expectations at Philly rec center
The Philadelphia 76ers introduced one of their newest stars Thursday as Jaylen Brown took the stage at a Philadelphia rec center. He discussed his focus on winning, and how he thinks the team will come together this season.
Sixers acquire Jaylen Brown from Boston Celtics
The Sixers first big splash of the offseason came in July, when they acquired NBA Finals MVP Jaylen Brown from the Boston Celtics. Philadelphia sent veteran guard Paul George, two first round picks (2028, 2031), and two second round picks (2028, 2031) to Boston.
Sixers fans are familiar with Brown after watching him play 10 years for their conference rivals. Brown, who will turn 30 in October, set a career-high last season in points per game average with 28.
Sixers sign LeBron James
The move that needs no introduction: LeBron James, arguably the greatest player in the history of the National Basketball Association and a cultural icon, will play the twilight of his career in Philadelphia.
James, 41, spent the last eight years of his career with the Los Angeles Lakers after making two stops in Cleveland and another in Miami. His career speaks for itself: A four-time NBA Champion, four-time Finals MVP, and 22-time NBA All-Star.
The Source: Information provided by the Philadelphia 76ers, Basketball Reference, the Associated Press, and previous FOX 29 reports.