LeBron James is already making himself noticed by the Sixers: they sign an old acquaintance
The earthquake caused by the decision of LeBron James to join the Philadelphia 76ers has already caused its particular domino effect, although this time on a somewhat smaller scale. The Pennsylvania franchise, after learning of ‘King James’ decision, is currently running as one of the teams to take into account in the fight for the ring after several signings in free agency, including the bombshell that meant acquiring a star of J’s caliber.Aylen Brown in exchange for Paul George.
However, the Sixers They continue to build to the teeth to achieve a more reliable rotation, an aspect that was one of Philadelphia’s weak points last year. And after signing Anfernee Simons (Bulls), Dean Wade (Cavaliers), Ariel Hukporti (Knicks) and the rookie Labaron Philonnow Philly has gotten to work to continue strengthening the outside rotation.
In fact, according to ESPNPhilly has already outlined one more signing. It is about Kentavious Caldwell-Popeprofile eaves ‘3&D’ 33 years old who has recently agreed to leave the Memphis Grizzlieswho will sign for the minimum (3.9 million). KCPformer partner of LeBron James in the LA Lakers who were crowned champions in the 2020 bubble in Orlando, will once again join forces with the Ohio forward to try to achieve one last ring, although this time in Philadelphia and alongside other stars such as Joel Embiid, Tyrese Maxey, Jaylen Brown and the young Bahamian VJ Edgecombe.
Caldwell-Popeafter winning his second ring with the Nuggets in 2023, comes from recent discreet seasons in orlando and Memphis in terms of effectiveness from the perimeter, which has decreased over the years. This last year with the Grizzlies, the forward had to undergo surgery to correct a misalignment in the little finger of his right hand, causing his absence in 31 games. Before the injury, he averaged 8.4 points, 2.7 assists, 2.5 rebounds and 31.6% in triples in 21 minutes of play, figures that leave the 2025-26 season as one of the worst of his entire career in the NBA.
