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LeBron James debuts for 76ers with 10 points in preseason loss at Brooklyn
October 9, 2026 at 04:58 AM · Updated 7d ago
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AJAl Jazeera English
LeBron James stars in NBA preseason debut but Nets defeat 76ers
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AJAl Jazeera Arabic
بالفيديو.. ليبرون جيمس يتألق في ظهوره الأول مع فريقه الجديد
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ESESPN
LeBron still adjusting but logs strong start in 1st game with 76ers
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TGThe Guardian
LeBron James shines in pre-season debut for revamped Philadelphia 76ers
(opens the publisher’s site)LeBron James scored 10 points in 18 minutes in his first preseason appearance for the Philadelphia 76ers, who lost 114-108 to the Brooklyn Nets.
- James totaled 10 points on eight free throws, five assists and four rebounds during his first-half stint with his new starting lineup.
- James joined Philadelphia this summer for his NBA-record 24th season, signing a two-year deal after eight years with the Los Angeles Lakers.
- James said he is still adjusting to his new uniform and routine but expects the team to "get better and better" each day.
- The 76ers open the regular season Oct. 20 against the Knicks after two final preseason games against the Celtics.
- James also recorded a steal, adding to his 10 points, five assists and four rebounds in the first half.
- Coach Nick Nurse called the debut encouraging, noting that the new starting lineup had never played together before.
- James denied on Instagram a report that he scolded teammate Joel Embiid for tardiness, writing that Embiid is never late.
- The 41-year-old James signed a two-year, $8 million contract with the 76ers in July.