# LeBron James: Championship work ethic for Sixers

> LeBron James explains how Sixers can build championship work ethic by doing the sh-t he preaches.
- Title: LeBron James: Championship work ethic for Sixers · PhillyVoice
- Summary: LeBron James explains how Sixers can build championship work ethic by doing the sh-t he preaches. LeBron James says Sixers must follow his lead in work ethic…
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- Source: PhillyVoice — https://phillyvoice.com/lebron-james-sixers-championship-work-ethic-knicks-opening-night
- Published: 2026-10-21T13:14:22.215+00:00
- Read time: 1 min
- Topics: lebron james, sixers, nba, championship work ethic, new york knicks, tyrese maxey, jaylen brown, joel embiid, news, local
## Sixers win opening night
The Sixers defeated the defending champion New York Knicks 106-100 on opening night.
## LeBron James debut
LeBron James scored 14 points, 9 rebounds, and 7 assists in his Sixers debut.
## James' work ethic
James says he works every day before and after practice to build championship work ethic.
## James' quote
By going out and doing the shit that I preach, i'm in there every day i'm one of the last ones to leave.

> By going out and doing the shit that I preach, I'm in there every day. I'm one of the last ones to leave.
## Sixers nucleus
The Sixers have a rebuilt core including Joel Embiid, Tyrese Maxey, and Jaylen Brown.
## Defensive adjustment
Coach Nick Nurse adjusted defense to beat Knicks who relied on fourth-quarter comebacks.
## James' championship history
James has won championships with the Heat, Cavs, and Lakers in his career.
## James' accountability
James says he doesn't just tell others to do things but holds himself accountable.
## Key takeaway

LeBron James says Sixers must follow his lead in work ethic to win championships after beating Knicks.