LeBron James News, Rumors, Updates - Philadelphia 76ers

Scores 18 points Sunday James finished with 18 points (8-15 FG, 0-3 3Pt, 2-6 FT), two rebounds, five assists and two steals across 33 minutes in Sunday's 106-93 loss to the Pistons.

Impact James returned after sitting out Saturday's win over Milwaukee, taking on a larger offensive role with Joel Embiid (heel) and VJ Edgecombe (abdomen) unavailable. He's yet to score 20 or more points in a game this season, though that's expected since he has to share the court with Embiid, Tyrese Maxey and Jaylen Brown. His production should remain useful across multiple categories, but James' days of being a go-to scorer and 20-point producer seem to be gone.

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LeBron James is in Philly and that's a good thing. The 76ers title hopes still ride on Joel Embiid

Joel Embiid wanted to play back-to-back games after a triple-double against Milwaukee

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Cunningham scores 26, Collins has double-double in Detroit's 106-93 win over LeBron, 76ers

The Detroit Pistons have stayed unbeaten with a 106-93 win over the Philadelphia 76ers

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76ers' LeBron James still gets surprising career first at Year 24 vs. Pistons | Sporting News LeBron James is still surprising NBA fans with this one career first during the 76ers vs. Pistons game.

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LeBron playing CENTER for the Sixers👀

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Off injury report James (back) isn't listed on the injury report for Sunday's game against Detroit.

Impact James will suit up in the second half of this back-to-back set after sitting out Saturday's win over Milwaukee. With the star forward back in the lineup, Dean Wade will likely shift to the second unit.

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Embiid posts triple-double with LeBron out to keep 76ers perfect in 127-116 win over Bucks

Joel Embiid had a triple-double with LeBron James out, Jaylen Brown scored 27 points on his 30th birthday and the Philadelphia 76ers remained undefeated with a 127-116 win over the...

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LeBron James ruled out for Sixers' game against Bucks, the first in a back-to-back

LeBron James is out for the Philadelphia 76ers because of lower back pain management for Saturday’s game against the Milwaukee Bucks

3 DAYS AGO • Associated Press

Ruled out Saturday James (back) has been ruled out for Saturday's game against the Bucks, Adam Aaronson of PhillyVoice.com reports.

Impact James will be held out of the front end of this back-to-back set, with his next chance to play coming Sunday against Detroit. With the star forward sidelined, Dean Wade (ankle), Jabari Walker and Kentavious Caldwell-Pope are candidates for increased playing time.

3 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Questionable for Saturday James (back) is questionable for Saturday's game against the Bucks.

Impact The 76ers are considering giving James the night off Saturday for the first leg of a back-to-back set. If James sits out, Kentavious Caldwell-Pope stands out as the most likely candidate to step into the starting lineup.

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76ers' epic comeback marks another major LeBron James milestone Philadelphia erased its largest deficit in over three decades after completing a 29-point comeback.

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LeBron James had very short response to latest controversy LeBron James was asked about the president's comments.

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'A lot of consideration': LeBron James discusses Cavs' free agency pursuit Before joining the Philadelphia 76ers, LeBron James considered other options. He admitted Thursday night that Cleveland was one of them.

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Posts double-double Thursday James posted 17 points (5-14 FG, 1-4 3Pt, 6-7 FT), 10 rebounds, five assists, three steals and a block across 33 minutes in Thursday's 114-106 win over the Cavaliers.

Impact James struggled with shooting efficiency but made up for it with a double-double and strong defensive production. His 33-minute workload suggests he'll continue to play a significant role in Philadelphia's rotation, although Joel Embiid, Tyrese Maxey and Jaylen Brown could limit his scoring opportunities. His ability to contribute across multiple categories should help maintain his fantasy value even when his offensive production fluctuates. In his first two games with the 76ers, James has racked up 31 points, 19 rebounds, and 12 total assists.

5 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

76ers flash fight, star power, as Maxey, James, Embiid power back from 29-point hole to top Cavs

The Philadelphia 76ers have already made a splash this season by beating the Cavaliers in a thrilling comeback

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Deadspin | LeBron James grateful for Philadelphia debut, calls boos 'amazing' Deadspin | LeBron James grateful for Philadelphia debut, calls boos 'amazing'

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LeBron SACRIFICING for his NEW TEAM😤

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Sixers BIGGEST COMEBACK of all time🤯

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Biggest comebacks in NBA history: LeBron James, 76ers erase 29-point deficit to top Cavs | Sporting News The end of the 2025-26 NBA season featured a 29-point comeback, and the start of the 2026-27 season features another.

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James, Embiid, Maxey spark 76ers' rally from 29 points down in home opener to stun Cavs 114-106

Tyrese Maxey scored 32 points and Joel Embiid had 24 to help LeBron James and the Philadelphia 76ers wipe out a 29-point deficit in their home opener and stun the Cleveland Cavalie...

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LeBron James and Joel Embiid already have a viral moment with the 76ers | Sporting News The Philadelphia 76ers are already making memories with LeBron James and Joel Embiid.

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Deadspin | LeBron James, 76ers ready for home opener despite 'outside noise' Deadspin | LeBron James, 76ers ready for home opener despite 'outside noise'

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Trump blasts 76ers star LeBron James as 'disgrace' for not standing still during national anthem

President Donald Trump has accused LeBron James of disrespecting the United States

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The Cavaliers Have a Chance to Make a Statement Against LeBron James | Deadspin.com Cleveland missed out on LeBron James this offseason but can make an early statement against his new team. The Cavaliers are poised for a str...

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NBA strikes deals with prediction markets, with eye on integrity and regulations

LeBron James is in Philly and that's a good thing. The 76ers title hopes still ride on Joel Embiid

Cunningham scores 26, Collins has double-double in Detroit's 106-93 win over LeBron, 76ers

Embiid posts triple-double with LeBron out to keep 76ers perfect in 127-116 win over Bucks

LeBron James ruled out for Sixers' game against Bucks, the first in a back-to-back

76ers flash fight, star power, as Maxey, James, Embiid power back from 29-point hole to top Cavs

James, Embiid, Maxey spark 76ers' rally from 29 points down in home opener to stun Cavs 114-106

Trump blasts 76ers star LeBron James as 'disgrace' for not standing still during national anthem