Durant says 76ers are championship contenders with LeBron

NBA star Kevin Durant believes the Philadelphia 76ers have assembled a championship-caliber roster following the arrival of LeBron James, drawing a direct comparison to the super teams he played for with the Golden State Warriors. Durant made the comments at a USA Basketball Foundation charity event in Southern California on Saturday, August 1.

The Houston Rockets forward highlighted the scoring talent now in Philadelphia, which features James, Jaylen Brown, Tyrese Maxey, and Joel Embiid. All four averaged at least 25 points per game last season. "Last time they put three 20-point scorers on a team, they said it was unfair, which was the Warriors team I was on," Durant said. "The 76ers have got four 25-point scorers on this team. So, hell yeah, I think they're going to be a contender."

James, 41, announced earlier this month he would sign a two-year contract with the 76ers after considering offers from several other teams. Durant admitted he was surprised by the decision but endorsed it. "LeBron is stealth like that," Durant said. "I'm happy for him. It's a great decision for him to go to a team that has a good chance to win. Philly is a great fanbase, a great market, and it's...