Why fans should be thanking Tyrese Maxey after 76ers’ LeBron James signing

Philadelhia 76ers All-Star guard Tyrese Maxey reportedly played a part in the LeBron James’ free-agent signing. Ahead of the 2026-27 season, Rich Paul’s two clients will be joining forces as leaders of the 76ers’ new era. However, how much did Klutch Sports play a role in James’ deciding to join Philadelphia? 76ers fans can thank Maxey and James’ connective tissue between Paul, according to ESPN’s Brian Windhorst. “Maxey was an unquestionable key factor in the 76ers’ landing James. Maxey had a strong relationship with James, as both are represented by Klutch Sports,” Windhorst said. “With James joining a new team that has lots of egos and needs, having a connection with the point guard was an edge for Philly.” All-Stars Tyrese Maxey and LeBron James give the 76ers the best odds of competing for a championship. Brian Windhorst on Tyrese Maxey’s role in LeBron James joining 76ers ESPN’s Brian Windhorst reported on Tyrese Maxey’s role in LeBron James choosing the 76ers amid free agency. While most anticipated James would return to either the Heat or the Cavs, the 76ers were considered a distant third option for the future Hall of Fame forward. Maxey and James’ connection undoubtedly led to the 76ers landing LeBron ahead of the upcoming season, as ESPN’s Brian Windhorst noted amidst his long-awaited decision. “I don’t necessarily know if it is the most attractive because you’re making a basketball case, and what LeBron has said is that it’s a happiness case. Can he be happy living in Philly? The big factor here is Tyrese Maxey,” Windhorst said. “I know that so much of the focus is on Jaylen Brown because that’s how Philly got into this conversation — they traded for Jaylen Brown last week. “But the reason I think he’s seriously looking at Philadelphia is because of Tyrese Maxey, and that connection is with Clutch Sports, his agency, that he is basically is a core founder of alongside Rich Paul. It’s the Tyrese Maxey connection that draw him in. That was the same thing with Anthony Davis that got Anthony Davis to the Lakers.” Brian Windhorst on LeBron and the Sixers: “I don’t necessarily know if it is the most attractive because you’re making a basketball case and LeBron has said it’s a happiness case. Can he be happy living in Philly? The big factor here is Tyrese Maxey.” pic.twitter.com/4hpuOPB2y0 — Heat Central (@TheHeatCentral) July 9, 2026 Now, the rest of the NBA will wait to see how the 76ers will come together for one common goal of winning a title in 2026-27. The post Why fans should be thanking Tyrese Maxey after 76ers’ LeBron James signing appeared first on ClutchPoints.