With Jalen Brown and LeBron, the 76ers contend in the East. · Take Makers

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A take from The Bill Simmons Podcast · Sep 3, 2026

BarkleySpeaker 95%00:41:06·NBAOpenNeeds a proxy
With Jalen Brown and LeBron, the 76ers contend in the East.
76ers
“all of a sudden they get Jalen they are back in contention”
40%
'In contention' needs a proxy, such as seeding or playoff depth.
Who said it (95%): Recognized by voice on this line (Charles Barkley)

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