{
  "id": 190304,
  "title": "Sixers Coach Reveals What Position LeBron James Will Play",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/05/sixers-coach-reveals-what-position-lebron-james-will-play",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-08-05T20:50:23.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Newsweek",
    "slug": "newsweek",
    "url": "https://www.newsweek.com/sports/nba/sixers-coach-reveals-what-position-lebron-james-will-play-12289202"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Philadelphia 76ers head coach Nick Nurse has revealed that LeBron James will likely play the point guard position this upcoming NBA season. Nurse appeared on Takeoff with John Clark of NBC Sports Philadelphia and addressed rumors about LeBron's prospective role. Nurse confirmed that James, known for his offensive skills and ability to create opportunities for others, would bring the ball up the court and serve as the primary ball handler. Nurse emphasized that James' versatility would benefit other Sixers stars, such as Tyrese Maxey, who would likely be involved in catching and shooting deep three-pointers. Additionally, Nurse highlighted the positive impact James would have on young players like V.J. Edgecombe, who could learn from James' professional work ethic. Nurse stressed the importance of the team chemistry among James, Maxey, Edgecombe, and Joel Embiid for the Sixers' success. The ultimate question remains: how effectively will the five key players mesh on the court?",
  "summary": "Philadelphia 76ers coach Nick Nurse weighed in on how he plans to use new star LeBron James this season.",
  "key_points": [],
  "editors_take": null,
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
    "outlets": 1,
    "also_reported_by": []
  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}