LeBron James took a risk going to the 76ers this offseason. So far, it’s paying off.

NBC News · Rohan Nadkarni · 2026-11-06 11:04 UTC

James, who switched teams for the fourth time in free agency over the summer, has helped lead the Philadelphia 76ers to the hottest start in the NBA.

When his agent, Rich Paul, revealed on a whiteboard the teams likeliest to sign him in the summer, LeBron James appeared to be choosing among five contenders after he entered free agency: the Philadelphia 76ers, the Miami Heat, the Minnesota Timberwolves, the Denver Nuggets and the Cleveland Cavaliers.

James, in something of a surprise, picked the 76ers. And through the (very) early part of this season, he appears to have chosen wisely.

Philadelphia is 8-1 after a win over the Detroit Pistons on Wednesday night. The 76ers have the most wins in the NBA entering Friday, and their high-powered starting five has jelled quickly to form an undeniable title contender.

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