LeBron James stars in NBA preseason debut but Nets defeat 76ers
All-time leading scorer LeBron James makes 76ers debut following LA Lakers switch in NBA preseason, but Nets claim win.
The Brooklyn Nets secured an encouraging 114-108 preseason victory over the Philadelphia 76ers, led by the absence of Michael Porter Jr. Forward Julius Randle compiled 14 points and six rebounds, stepping up to fill the offensive void. Guard Egor Demin contributed 13 points and five assists, showing improvement in his scoring ability despite some inefficient shooting.
The squad's young core demonstrated resilience and adaptability, particularly guard Keon Ellis, who maintained his poise in the starting guard role. While the 76ers played their projected starters for the first half, Brooklyn managed to recover and solidify their game plan in the second half.
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- Nets player grades after 114-108 win over LeBron James, 76ers sports.yahoo.com
