‘There was only one…’ Colin Cowherd points out health reason why LeBron James chose Philadelphia

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After reports about LeBron James’ health problems emerged this week, Colin Cowherd has explained why that was likely his reason for choosing the Philadelphia 76ers.

LeBron James did not play in the Philadelphia 76ers’ preseason game against the New York Knicks. With fans extremely excited to see the King on the court, the wait is ongoing amid the 41-year-old needing to be rested ahead of his 24th NBA season.

Recent reports revealed that James has been dealing with arthritis in his left foot. The sciatica issue that led to him starting last season late also requires monitoring as the Sixers try to manage his health. Colin Cowherd thinks that’s exactly why James signed with the Eastern Conference team, too.

Colin Cowherd says the Philadelphia 76ers’ youth and athleticism made them the only choice for LeBron James

On paper, the Sixers’ roster is incredibly stacked. Joel Embiid has his own health issues but he is a former MVP. Jaylen Brown and Tyrese Maxey are both durable stars who can play both ends of the court. VJ Edgecombe’s elite athleticism and motor are huge assets as well.

So when Cowherd addressed the reports of James’ health issues, he reiterated that this is exactly why the King chose to join Philly in free agency.

“Socrates had a famous line, ‘Know thyself’. And LeBron James apparently did a lot of summer reading,” Cowherd said. “A story came out this week that LeBron is dealing with arthritis in his left foot, it’s painful, and sciatica in his back.

“This is exactly why there was only one choice, the Philadelphia 76ers. Why go to Cleveland? Like the Lakers, their two guards don’t play defence. LeBron knew about this arthritis and this sciatica. So he chose a hyper, young, athletic team to fit his 41-year-old reality.”

It is likely that James will have to undergo serious load management this season. The Sixers have enough star power and bench players to deal with that. Fans will be hoping James’ issues aren’t quite that serious, but whatever management they require, the Sixers will likely be able to handle it.

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