76ers' Nick Nurse Makes Major LeBron James Announcement in Light of Center Season Ending Injury
Nick Nurse said LeBron James could fill in at center, but lineup data show the move helps offense while hurting rebounding and defense.
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76ers' Nick Nurse makes major LeBron James announcement in light of center season ending injury
The Philadelphia 76ers suffered a horrible injury in the preseason opener. Head coach Nick Nurse announced that LeBron James could be playing a different position at some point this season.
LeBron James' Potential New Role Updated by 76ers' Nick Nurse After Ariel Hukporti's Injury
Philadelphia 76ers coach Nick Nurse suggested LeBron James could see some time at the 5 to help compensate for Ariel Hukporti's season-ending Achilles tear.
Nick Nurse Might Use LeBron James As A Backup Center Amid Philadelphia 76ers’ Big Man Crisis - Last Word On Basketball
Sep 28, 2026; Camden, NJ, USA; Philadelphia 76ers LeBron James poses for a photo during media day. Mandatory Credit: Bill Streicher-Imagn Images | Source: Lastwordonsports.com - Benjamin Yu, Editor
LeBron James Could Take On New Role After Sixers' Latest Injury
LeBron James has played just about every role imaginable throughout his legendary NBA career. The Philadelphia 76ers may soon ask him to add another responsibility to the list. Philadelphia is dealing with an injury in its frontcourt that could force head coach Nick Nurse to get creative with his…
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