What happened: Tyrese Maxey described LeBron James as being like a big brother. They will play together in Philadelphia during the upcoming 2026-27 season.
Why it matters: Philadelphia is pursuing its first NBA championship since 1983. The pairing follows Maxey's role in recruiting James.
By the numbers: James averaged 20.9 points, 7.2 assists and 6.1 rebounds across 60 games in 2025-26. He is set to play an NBA-record 24th season.
What to watch: Training camp will offer the first look at how James and Maxey divide playmaking duties.