LeBron James on Joel Embiid: 'I want to try to help him get that first championship'

LeBron James has expressed a desire to help Joel Embiid win his first NBA championship. According to Yahoo Sports, James said Embiid has achieved everything in the league except for a championship, having been the MVP, won a gold medal, and secured various accolades. James stated that he wants to try to help Embiid get his first championship.

The Winnipeg Free Press reports that James' decision to sign a two-year, $8 million contract with the Philadelphia 76ers in July was influenced by his friendship with Tyrese Maxey and his desire to help Embiid win a title.

James noted that Embiid has carried the city of Philadelphia on his back for over a decade, referring to the team's "process" that has been ongoing for 10 to 12 years.

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