LeBron James, Tyrese Maxey begin on-court work as teammates

James is set to enter his 24th NBA season.

Wire Report IntelligenceUpdated Jul 281 min read

LeBron James and Tyrese Maxey hooping as teammates for the first time 🤩 (via @ChrisJHoops) https://t.co/3pue1bYk8J Via @NBAonPrime on X

What happened: James signed a two-year, roughly $8 million deal with a player option for 2027-28 four days earlier. Maxey helped recruit him during free agency.

Why it matters: The offseason gives the new pairing time to establish roles before the 2026-27 season. Their fit will help shape the rotation entering training camp.

By the numbers: Maxey averaged 28.3 points per game in 2025-26, while James earned his 22nd All-Star selection.

What to watch: Their progress and defined roles will be worth tracking when training camp opens.

Sources

@NBAonPrime 2026-07-28T22:20:10.042011+00:00

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