Free extension for sports fans
Advertisement
Advertisement

76ers Await Bronny James Decision for Potential Signing, Trade

Before LeBron James made his decision this offseason to join the Philadelphia 76ers, there was plenty of speculation about what might happen with his son Bronny James. Bronny was still under contract with the Los Angeles Lakers, unlike his father…

Published: Monday, 19 October 2026 at 5:56 PM
76ers Await Bronny James Decision for Potential Signing, Trade
Key Things to Know
  • Billy Heyen outlines potential paths for the Philadelphia 76ers to acquire Bronny James via trade or free-agent signing.
  • The Los Angeles Lakers must make a final roster decision ahead of Monday's cutdown deadline to clear a spot.
  • Bronny James and Dalton Knecht are highlighted by Heyen as potential candidates to be traded or released.
The Story in 60 Seconds

The Philadelphia 76ers could potentially emerge as a trade or signing destination for Bronny James ahead of the NBA roster cutdown deadline, according to Billy Heyen. While LeBron James signed with the 76ers during the offseason, his son Bronny remains under contract with the Los Angeles Lakers. However, the Lakers must make a final roster move to clear a roster spot before the deadline.

Billy Heyen notes that the Lakers could look to trade or cut either Bronny James or Dalton Knecht to finalize their squad. If the Lakers opt to part ways with Bronny via trade or waiver release, Heyen suggests Philadelphia could be a logical landing spot to reunite the father and son.

Advertisement

Never Miss a Sports Update

Get the latest sports news and top stories from MySportsTab delivered straight to your inbox.

No spam. Just the latest sports news and updates.