On this episode of Yesterday in Sports, Chris Horwedel covers LeBron James’ decision to join the Philadelphia 76ers for the final stage of his NBA career. The discussion includes his reduced contract, potential role alongside Tyrese Maxey, Jaylen Brown, V.J. Edgecombe and Joel Embiid, and how the move changes Philadelphia’s championship outlook.
Major League Baseball coverage features Tarik Skubal’s latest start as trade interest grows, Zack Wheeler facing the Yankees, Dodgers-Mets and the complete Friday scoreboard. Chris also examines how the approaching MLB trade deadline could affect Detroit’s handling of Skubal.
WNBA All-Star weekend begins with the 3-Point Contest and Shooting Stars competition in Chicago, featuring Azzi Fudd, Bridget Carleton, Elena Delle Donne and Shakira Austin.
In the NFL, Patrick Mahomes returns to Chiefs practice following major knee surgery, while Carolina confirms Nic Scourton’s season-ending injury and adds Cam Gill to its pass-rushing group.
Soccer updates include Italy’s reported interest in Andrea Pirlo after Pep Guardiola declined an approach, along with Belgium’s appointment of Mark van Bommel.
The show closes with Tadej Pogačar taking on Alpe d’Huez at the Tour de France and Michael Kim producing a historic second round at the 3M Open.
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