LeBron James Joins the 76ers: First Workout with Tyrese Maxey and Jaylen Brown

The Philadelphia 76ers reshaped their starting lineup this offseason by adding former NBA Finals MVP Jaylen Brown and four-time champion LeBron James. The roster already featured All-Stars Tyrese Maxey and MVP Joel Embiid, with emerging talent VJ Edgecombe also in the mix. With the regular season only months away, the new trio convened in the gym to begin building on-court chemistry.

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In a video posted by Maxey, the three players confirmed that it was their first time training together. The session was described as energetic and collaborative, with all three “working really hard” and emphasizing communication and vibe. James arrived early, a detail Maxey noted as consistent with the 41-year-old’s reputation for dedication.

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• Tyrese Maxey (2023-24): 28.3 points, 6.6 assists, 4.1 rebounds per game; 46.2 % field-goal shooting.

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• Jaylen Brown (2023-24): 28.7 points per game, nearly 7 rebounds, and over 5 assists per game.

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These numbers illustrate the scoring firepower the 76ers now possess alongside Embiid’s 26.9 points and 7.7 rebounds per game.

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Maxey praised the workout’s atmosphere, noting James’s early arrival and the trio’s shared commitment to improvement. James’s own social-media posts, while broader in tone, reinforced his focus on personal growth and the importance of staying “protective” over his current version of himself, suggesting a mindset aimed at contributing fully to the Sixers’ objectives.

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The Sixers open the season on Tuesday, October 20, when they face the reigning NBA champions, the New York Knicks. The scheduled matchup will be the first official test of the new lineup’s cohesion.

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• “First time all three of us worked out,” — Stars Tyrese Maxey — Stars Tyrese Maxey

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