Sixers join list of teams courting LeBron James as free agency looms
The Philadelphia 76ers have expressed interest in LeBron James, while the Golden Warriors remain a possible but not top destination, according to NBA reporters.
The Philadelphia 76ers have entered the race for free-agent forward LeBron James, NBA reporter Shams Charanga said on Thursday. Charanga noted that the Sixers' interest follows their recent trade for forward Jaylen Brown and a contract agreement with guard Anfernee Simons. He added that the team’s point guard Tyrese Maxey has a personal relationship with James, but described Philadelphia as a "late inclusion" compared with other suitors such as Cleveland, Golden State and Miami.
The Golden State Warriors, long linked to the 41-year-old, have received indications that they remain on James’ short list of preferred destinations, though they may not be his top choice, according to ESPN’s Anthony Slater. James informed the Los Angeles Lakers that he will not return for a ninth season, opening the market to multiple contenders.
Other NBA rumors and notes were also mentioned, but details were not provided in the report.