LeBron James plays point forward as 76ers offense shines in first look at new star-studded lineup
LeBron James made his preseason debut for the Philadelphia 76ers, playing a point-forward role in a new star-studded lineup. Despite a narrow loss to the Brooklyn Nets, the team showed promising ball movement and chemistry.
Why it matters
The integration of high-profile stars like James into the 76ers roster is a major development for the upcoming NBA season.
The arrival of LeBron James and Jaylen Brown to a 76ers lineup that already features Joel Embiid, Tyrese Maxey and VJ Edgecombe raised a significant question in Philadelphia: Who's going to be on the ball?
James made his 76ers preseason debut Thursday against the Brooklyn Nets alongside each of his aforementioned teammates. He provided an early look at an answer.
The ball ran through James on Thursday and to strong effect. James played primarily in his point forward role, and Philadelphia's offense was well-oiled from the opening tip of an eventual 114-108 loss.
James assisted on two of Philadelphia's first three field goals, including a nice no-look dish through the lane to find Edgecombe on the baseline under the bucket.
Philadelphia's second field goal started with a hockey assist from James.
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