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LeBron James signs two-year deal with Philadelphia 76ers

sportsJul 24, 2026802,286

LeBron James is signing with the Philadelphia 76ers on a two-year, $8 million contract that includes a player option for the second season, ESPN reporter Shams Charania and Klutch Sports CEO Rich Paul confirmed. Rich Paul told U.S. media that the agreement gives LeBron maximum strategic flexibility while immediately bolstering the 76ers' roster. The move ends LeBron's run with the Los Angeles Lakers and sends the NBA's all-time leading scorer to Philadelphia for what outlets describe as a potential final chapter of his career. Reports note the signing reshapes the Eastern Conference landscape by pairing LeBron with the 76ers' existing core and follows weeks of intense free-agency speculation. The low salary and player option signal both a title push by Philadelphia and LeBron's desire to retain control over his next season.

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LeBron James will play his 24th NBA season with the Philadelphia 76ers, The Athletic confirms. The King is headed to The City of Brotherly Love 👑

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