LeBron James, Joel Embiid, and Tyrese Maxey will all sit out the 76ers' preseason opener against the Knicks on Monday night. The decision to rest all three stars simultaneously suggests Philadelphia is taking a cautious approach early in the preseason.
Behind the scenes at 76ers training camp, ESPN's Dave McMenamin reported that LeBron is managing chronic arthritis in his left foot and continues to receive "special attention" for his lower back. Despite these health considerations, McMenamin's reporting indicates the 40-year-old remains historically productive for a player in his age. The reporting also touched on other aspects of camp, including on-court schemes and team activities, though details remain limited.
Deadspin separately reported that LeBron's choice to join Philadelphia was supported by a $15 million annual Polymarket deal, with Fanatics covering his helicopter trips from New York.