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LeBron James is heading to Philadelphia, and Rajon Rondo couldn't be more enthusiastic about it. The former NBA champion point guard says LeBron is a natural fit alongside the Sixers' roster, and given Rondo's championship pedigree and his firsthand experience playing alongside James, that endorsement carries real weight heading into the season.
Meanwhile in Chicago, the Bears rolled past Cleveland by twenty four points in the preseason, but head coach Ben Johnson wasn't handing out trophies in the locker room. Johnson sent a direct message about his offensive line's performance, making clear that the protection up front didn't meet his standard. Preseason win or not, Johnson is clearly setting expectations early and holding that unit accountable from day one.
And in Cardiff, a new era kicks off for Manchester City as Enzo Maresca takes the reins in the Community Shield against Arsenal. Two former Pep Guardiola assistants facing off right out of the gate, with Maresca stepping into one of the most scrutinized jobs in world football and Mikel Arteta looking to remind everyone his side remains a genuine threat. High stakes for a curtain-raiser.
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