Seems like Joel Embiid got his answer from LeBron 12 years later 👀 (h/t joelembiid) https://t.co/SDLzYEKGVb Via @NBAonPrime on X

What happened: Joel Embiid first recruited LeBron in a July 1, 2014 post, shortly after entering the league. LeBron returned to Cleveland that summer.

Why it matters: The pairing puts the NBA's career scoring leader beside the 2023 MVP for the upcoming 2026-27 season. It gives Embiid another proven centerpiece for a championship push.

What to watch: Training camp will show how the two former MVPs divide playmaking and half-court touches.

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