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Sixers Notes: LeBron, Bona, Hukporti, Brown, Edgecombe, More

The Sixers have discussed having LeBron James operate as a point forward this season, team sources tell Dave McMenamin of ESPN, but that doesn’t necessarily mean head coach Nick Nurse is locked into having the four-time MVP always be the…

Published: Friday, 2 October 2026 at 8:00 PM
Sixers Notes: LeBron, Bona, Hukporti, Brown, Edgecombe, More
Key Things to Know
  • The 76ers have discussed having LeBron James operate as a point forward this season.
  • Head coach Nick Nurse stated the team will use multiple 'grab-and-go' players to initiate fast breaks.
  • Nurse highlighted James primarily as a premier offensive creator and table setter for the offense.
The Story in 60 Seconds

The Philadelphia 76ers have discussed utilizing LeBron James as a point forward for the upcoming season, according to ESPN's Dave McMenamin. However, head coach Nick Nurse noted that the team will employ a "grab-and-go" approach, allowing multiple players to push the ball up the floor off rebounds rather than exclusively relying on James.

Nurse praised James as an exceptional offensive creator and table setter, emphasizing his ability to facilitate actions from the wing and create opportunities for teammates. The article also touches on fan discussions surrounding Philadelphia's new-look lineup and the center depth competition between Adem Bona and Ariel Hukporti.

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