LeBron James joins 76ers on two-year deal

The $8 million contract includes a player option.

Wire Report IntelligenceUpdated Jul 251 min read

THE KING HAS SPOKEN 🗣️ LeBron's joining the 76ers 👑 (via @nba, @celtics, @nyknicks, @sixers) https://t.co/HqYjqJya4N Via @NBAonPrime on X

What happened: James announced the move after weighing retirement. He chose Philadelphia for another championship pursuit.

Why it matters: At 41, the NBA’s all-time leading scorer is set for a 24th season. His arrival raises expectations for a franchise that has not reached the Finals since 2001.

By the numbers: The contract averages $4 million per season. James has 22 All-Star selections, 21 All-NBA honors and four MVP awards.

What to watch: Training camp will show how Philadelphia integrates James before the 2026-27 season.

Sources

@NBAonPrime 2026-07-25T05:39:21.197607+00:00

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