LeBron James signs with Philadelphia 76ers
LeBron James announced on X that he will sign with the Philadelphia 76ers on a two‑year contract worth $8 million with a player option. The 41‑year‑old veteran will join a lineup featuring Joel Embiid, Tyrese Maxey, VJ Edgecombe and newly acquired Jaylen Brown. Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro declared July 24 2026 as “LeBron James Day” in recognition of the signing.
- ▪LeBron James confirmed his move to the Sixers via a post on X, stating his excitement to help the team win a championship.
- ▪The contract is reported to be a two‑year deal worth $8 million, including a player option for the second year.
- ▪James will become the fourth team of his 23‑year NBA career, after stints with Cleveland, Miami, and the Los Angeles Lakers.
- ▪Governor Josh Shapiro proclaimed July 24 2026 as “LeBron James Day” following the announcement.
6 outlets in our directory ran this story, first to last over 13 hours. Coverage spans 3 points on the political spectrum — 2 lean left, 1 centre, 2 right.
- ▪ LeBron James Is Officially Signing With the Philadelphia 76ERS for His Final NBA Contract — Hypebeast
- ▪ LeBron James makes NBA free agency decision, announces plans to sign with 76ers — Fox News — Latest
- ▪ LeBron James signs with Philadelphia 76ers — NBC News — Top
- ▪ LeBron James set to sign with Philadelphia 76ers in NBA free agency blockbuster — The Guardian — US
- ▪ LeBron James signing with 76ers in stunner after leaving Lakers in free agency — California Post
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LeBron James signs with Philadelphia 76ers: 'I am so excited' By Dan O'Mara FOX 29 Philadelphia Philadelphia 76ers Published July 24, 2026 11:39 AM EDT Share Copy Link Email Facebook Twitter LinkedIn Reddit Published July 24, 2026 11:39 AM EDT Lebron James announces he is signing with the 76ers Lebron James announced on X that he will be signing with the Philadelphia 76ers The Brief LeBron James is signing with the Philadelphia 76ers.James, 41, will join a stacked Sixers starting lineup which includes Joel Embiid, Tyrese Maxey, VJ Edgecombe, and Jaylen Brown.He will reportedly sign a 2-year, $8 million deal with a player option. PHILADELPHIA - NBA legend and international icon LeBron James is signing with the Philadelphia 76ers.
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