Same chalk toss, same 23: LeBron gets roaring Philly debut

Inquirer.net - Oct 18, 2026

PHILADELPHIA—LeBron James performed his famed chalk toss and was introduced to a roaring ovation on Friday night in his first preseason game for the 76ers in Philadelphia. The 41-year-old James, who joined the 76ers this summer for his NBA-record 24th season, brought the crowd to its feet early when he finished a dunk against the

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