LeBron, Brown and Maxey Show Early Sixers Chemistry in Workout

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Three basketball players build chemistry during an intense 3-on-3 workout in a Los Angeles gym

LeBron James, Jaylen Brown and Tyrese Maxey took part in 3-on-3 action at a Los Angeles gym, offering Philadelphia 76ers fans an early look at the three players working together.

The trio trained with Chris Johnson as the season remains a few months away.

What the Sixers Workout Video Shows

The video shows James delivering no-look passes for finishes by Brown and Maxey before attacking for dunks of his own.

Brown cuts through the lane to finish on a James assist, while Maxey uses his dribbling to get into his shooting motion.

LeBron James in a black Miami Heat jersey leaping toward the hoop for a slam dunk
LeBron James drives to the basket during a game with the Miami Heat.

The workout provided a small glimpse of the group’s chemistry as Philadelphia prepares for the season ahead.

How Philadelphia Built This Roster

James parted ways with the Los Angeles Lakers in the offseason and signed a two-year, $8 million deal with the 76ers, according to the primary report.

The deal represented a substantial reduction from the $53 million annual contract he had with the Lakers.

Philadelphia had already added Brown in a trade with the Boston Celtics. Brown joins James, Maxey and Joel Embiid as part of a reshaped roster.

Jaylen Brown of the Boston Celtics dribbles a basketball while being guarded by a San Antonio Spurs player.
Jaylen Brown drives to the basket during a game between the Boston Celtics and the San Antonio Spurs.

What the Group Brings on Paper

With Embiid at center and Maxey in the backcourt, James will have shooters available to him, according to the primary report.

Brown is also an NBA Finals MVP, giving James a fellow Finals MVP in Philadelphia.

The workout offered an early opportunity for James, Brown and Maxey to build familiarity before the 2026-27 season.

Player Philadelphia status Detail
LeBron James Signed in free agency Two-year, $8 million deal
Jaylen Brown Acquired in a trade Arrived from Boston
Tyrese Maxey On the roster Part of Philadelphia’s backcourt

What Happens Next for Philadelphia

The 76ers are preparing for the 2026-27 season, and the time James, Brown and Maxey spend working together could help build chemistry for the court in October.

Philadelphia has not won an NBA title since 1983 and has not advanced past the second round since 2001, according to supplementary reporting.

The additions of Brown and James give the franchise a new group to pair with Maxey, Embiid and VJ Edgecombe as it looks ahead to the season.