LeBron James Joins 76ers
LeBron James ends retirement speculation and heads to Philadelphia.
July 24, 2026 · Updated Jul 24, 6:30pm ET
CNNLeBron James says that after mulling retirement he’s decided to play for the Philadelphia 76ers
CNBCLeBron James joining Philadelphia 76ers for record-extending 24th NBA season
Western JournalLeBron James Announces He's Headed to a New Team - One Peculiar Line from His Explanation Stands Out
The GuardianLeBron James going to the Philadelphia 76ers is perfectly in character
Chicago Sun-TimesLeBron James will close out his career with the Philadelphia 76ers
HuffPostLeBron James To Sign With The Philadelphia 76ers
Associated PressLeBron James is heading to the Philadelphia 76ers, saying it will be his 'last decision'
Daily BeastLeBron James Shocks NBA to Sign With Unexpected New Team
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What happened
LeBron James
LeBron JamesAmerican basketball player (born 1984) announced he will join the Philadelphia 76ers for the 2026-27 season, his record-extending 24th NBA campaign, after leaving the Los Angeles Lakers last month. The 41-year-old all-time leading NBA scorer agreed to a two-year, $8 million deal with a player option. James said he had considered retirement after the season and called the move his "last decision." Philadelphia adds a four-time champion to a roster seeking the franchise’s first title since 1983.
