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LeBron James makes pre-season debut for Philadelphia 76ers

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LeBron James scored 10 points in his Philadelphia 76ers pre-season debut against the Brooklyn Nets.

NBA superstar LeBron James played his first pre-season game for the Philadelphia 76ers, scoring 10 points in 18 minutes during a 114-108 loss to the Brooklyn Nets. James joined the 76ers on a two-year deal in July after leaving the Los Angeles Lakers. He noted that his new teammates will need time to gel following the defeat.

The scoreThe Brooklyn Nets defeated the Philadelphia 76ers by a score of 114 to 108.
The contractLeBron James signed a two-year contract worth $8,000,000 with Philadelphia in July.
The performanceJaylen Brown led the 76ers in scoring with 18 points while James contributed 10 points.

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By the numbers

10points scored by LeBron James

18 minsminutes played

114winning team score

$8Mcontract value

Why it matters

Pre-season games allow newly assembled NBA rosters to test combinations and build chemistry ahead of the regular season. High-profile roster moves significantly shift expectations for contending teams.