LeBron James started at center for the short‑handed Philadelphia 76ers in Sunday’s matchup against the Detroit Pistons, a position he hopes to avoid for the rest of the season.
The 76ers were missing key players, prompting the coaching staff to shuffle the lineup and place James at the center spot for the game.
James, who is known for his versatility and ability to play multiple positions, filled the role out of necessity rather than preference.
He has said that he does not expect to see himself regularly playing center as the season progresses, hoping that the team’s roster will stabilize.
The move highlights the 76ers’ need to adapt to roster challenges as they compete in the NBA’s Eastern Conference.
<small>Source: ESPN — read the original story there.</small>