One Philadelphia 76ers starter found himself in a truly wild situation trying to get home from Tuesday’s practice, a stark contrast to his new superstar teammate. Tyrese Maxey couldn’t help but laugh Wednesday when he recounted hearing LeBron James’ helicopter take off while Maxey was stuck waiting outside the facility because of car trouble. It’s a snapshot of the new reality in Philly, that’s for sure.
The Practice Aftermath: Curbside vs. Chopper
Maxey didn’t pull any punches describing the scene. “I ain’t gonna lie, that was funny,” he told reporters. “One of left in a helicopter, the other one was sitting on the curb.” You can almost picture it, right? ESPN’s Dave McMenamin confirmed James was indeed flying off to New York City, a spot where he plans to spend time when he’s not in Philadelphia. The AP’s Dan Gelston added to the picture, reporting that Maxey “sat out outside on a curb and reporters considered offering him a ride somewhere.” Talk about a new dynamic for the 76ers!
What’s Next for the Sixers and King James
This little post-practice saga comes as the 76ers gear up for their preseason, which kicks off next Monday. All eyes are on LeBron James, and he’s set to make his regular-season debut on October 20. That’s when the Sixers hit Madison Square Garden to face off against the defending champion New York Knicks. You know that building is going to be absolutely electric when James steps onto that court for the first time in a 76ers uniform.
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Originally reported by Bleacher Report.
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