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Observations after James makes impressive Sixers preseason debut in Brooklyn

LeBron James made a strong preseason debut for the Philadelphia 76ers, delivering an efficient 10-point performance in just 18 minutes during a 114-109 loss to the Brooklyn Nets. The four-time MVP went 1-for-1 from the field and 8-for-8 at the free-throw line, while also contributing five assists and four rebounds.

His early impact included a standout one-handed pass to VJ Edgecombe and a precise long-range assist to Tyrese Maxey, who hit a three-pointer. The Sixers, missing key players like Ariel Hukporti, Adem Bona, and Anfernee Simons due to injuries, showed flashes of offensive firepower with a 7-for-8 start from the floor and a fast-paced transition game.

Head coach Nick Nurse deployed a flexible rotation, featuring Kentavious Caldwell-Pope, Dean Wade, and Jabari Walker early, while Labaron Philon Jr. and Justin Edwards entered the game in the second quarter.

The team’s next preseason test comes Saturday against the Boston Celtics, with James already setting the tone as a catalyst for Philadelphia’s offense.

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