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LeBron James signs with Sixers as Philadelphia loads up with hopes of winning first title since 1983

Headline from KION Central Coast, from the development of Jul 24, 2026

Newest development Jul 27, 2026 · 2 reportsSixers announce LeBron James signing, reveal jersey number

By Tom Ignudo LeBron James is coming to Philadelphia. The four-time NBA champion and the league’s all-time leading scorer announced Friday he’s joining the Sixers for the 2026-27 season, which will be his 24th as a pro. “This is my last decision. I’m not going for money.

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  1. Names this update

    LeBron James signs with Sixers as Philadelphia loads up with hopes of winning first title since 1983

    Headline from KION Central Coast ·

  2. LeBron James Upended The NBA's Title Race By Signing With The Sixers

    Headline from Forbes ·

  3. LeBron James heads to Philadelphia to join the 76ers

    Headline from CBS News ·

  4. Newest

    Sixers announce LeBron James signing, reveal jersey number

    Headline from FOX 29 Philadelphia ·

5 reports not tied to one development ·

Reports & sources

96 articles, oldest first.

  1. NBC Los Angeles

    LeBron James heading to Philadelphia, joining Sixers on two-year deal (opens NBC Los Angeles)

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    NBC Los Angeles's feed description

    In the latest incredible development of the Sixers’ offseason , LeBron James has chosen Philadelphia. James has agreed to join the Sixers on a two-year, $8 million contract with a player option in Year 2, Klutch Sports CEO Rich Paul told ESPN’s Shams Charania .

  2. NBC10 Philadelphia

    LeBron James is coming to the Sixers! Philly fans react (opens NBC10 Philadelphia)

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    NBC10 Philadelphia's feed description

    What to Know NBA legend LeBron James announced on social media that he will join the Philadelphia 76ers. James has agreed to join the Sixers on a two-year, $8 million contract with a player option in Year 2, Klutch Sports CEO Rich Paul told ESPN’s Shams Charania .

  3. NBC10 Philadelphia

    LeBron James is coming to Philly and Sixers, NBA fans are going wild (opens NBC10 Philadelphia)

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    NBC10 Philadelphia's feed description

    It’s actually happening. NBA superstar LeBron James has made his decision and has decided to sign with the Philadelphia 76ers on a two-year, $8 million deal. This is obviously one of the biggest stories in Philadelphia sports history and the Philly sports world has been reacting to the news: This st…

  4. The Daily Wire

    LeBron James Makes Decision On Where He’ll Play His 24th Season (opens The Daily Wire)

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    The Daily Wire's feed description

    LeBron James announced on Friday that he will be taking his talents to the Philadelphia 76ers for his record-breaking 24th season. James, 41, took to social media to announce his fourth free-agency decision in his illustrious career, stating he will play for the Sixers in the upcoming 2026-2027 seas…

  5. WKBN Youngstown

    LeBron James spurns Cavs to sign with new team (opens WKBN Youngstown)

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    WKBN Youngstown's feed description

    According to the report, he is receiving a two-year deal worth $8 million with a player option.

  6. FOX 29 Philadelphia

    LeBron James signing with the Philadelphia 76ers: 'I am so excited' (opens FOX 29 Philadelphia)

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    FOX 29 Philadelphia's feed description

    NBA legend and international icon LeBron James is signing with the Philadelphia Sixers. The 41-year-old will join the Sixers in search of his fifth NBA Championship to round out his historic basketball resume.

  7. FOX 8 Cleveland

    LeBron James going to Philadelphia 76ers (opens FOX 8 Cleveland)

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    FOX 8 Cleveland's feed description

    After weeks of speculation, Akron's own LeBron James has made a decision regarding his future in the National Basketball League.

  8. Foxla

    Decision Day: LeBron James announces his next team (opens Foxla)

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    Foxla's feed description

    LeBron James is heading to the Philadelphia 76ers in what he described as his "last decision" before calling it a career. The 41-year-old NBA superstar made the announcement on social media Friday, revealing that the blockbuster move comes after he spent the offseason strongly considering retirement…

  9. Phl17

    LeBron James signing with the Philadelphia 76ers (opens Phl17)

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    Phl17's feed description

    (WHTM) - LeBron James, the NBA's all-time leading scorer, is signing with the Philadelphia 76ers. According to ESPN's Shams Charania, the 41-year-old James is signing a two-year, $8 million deal with a player option.

  10. The Guardian

    LeBron James set to sign with Philadelphia 76ers in NBA free agency blockbuster (opens The Guardian)

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    The Guardian's feed description

    Star will play record 24th NBA season in Philly Deal is reportedly two years, $8m with player option 41-year-old spent last eight seasons with Lakers Analysis: LeBron to Philly is perfectly in character LeBron James is signing with the Philadelphia 76ers on a two-year, $8m deal that includes a playe…

  11. WDIO Duluth

    LeBron James is heading to the Philadelphia 76ers, saying it will be his ‘last decision’ (opens WDIO Duluth)

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    WDIO Duluth's feed description

    LeBron James is heading to the Philadelphia 76ers. James made the announcement on social media, saying it will be his “last decision” and that it comes after he strongly considered retirement. James says “I believe I can help make the Philadelphia 76ers a championship team and I am so excited to ene…

  12. Philadelphia Inquirer

    LeBron James signs two-year, $8 million contract to join Sixers (opens Philadelphia Inquirer)

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    Philadelphia Inquirer's feed description

    LeBron James will join the 76ers on a two-year, $8 million contract. The news was first reported by ESPN's Shams Charania, and James’ agency, Klutch Sports, confirmed the deal in a tweet.

  13. KRON4

    LeBron James says he will play with the Philadelphia 76ers next season (opens KRON4)

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    KRON4's feed description

    PHILADELPHIA (AP) — LeBron James says he will play with the Philadelphia 76ers next season. "I thought I was done when the season ended," James posted on X. "I wasn't ready to announce it, and I knew I needed some time to really decide, but I was pretty sure I played my last game. I [...]

  14. KEZI Eugene

    LeBron James says that after mulling retirement he’s decided to play for the Philadelphia 76ers (opens KEZI Eugene)

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    KEZI Eugene's feed description

    LeBron James has made what he says is his “last decision” and has chosen his next NBA team.

  15. PA Home Page

    LeBron signing with 76ers (opens PA Home Page)

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    PA Home Page's feed description

    (WBRE/WYOU)— LeBron James is signing a 2-year, $8 million dollar deal with the Philadelphia 76ers. The 4-time NBA Champion announced the move on Friday, saying this will be his "last decision". It was previously reported that LeBron was considering retirement.

  16. NEWS10 ABC

    LeBron James signing with Philadelphia 76ers (opens NEWS10 ABC)

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    NEWS10 ABC's feed description

    After weeks of speculation, NBA star LeBron James announced he is signing with the Philadelphia 76ers.

  17. MyStateline

    NBA legend LeBron James signs two-year deal with Philadelphia 76ers to continue career (opens MyStateline)

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    MyStateline's feed description

    LeBron James says he thought his legendary NBA career was over when the 2025-26 season ended, but after weeks of reflection, the four-time NBA champion has reportedly decided to make one final run at another title — this time with the Philadelphia 76ers.

  18. Las Vegas Review-Journal

    James heads to 76ers, says it will be his ‘last decision’ (opens Las Vegas Review-Journal)

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    Las Vegas Review-Journal's feed description

    The 41-year-old is set to sign a modest $8 million, two-year contract with the Sixers, according to ESPN. He made nearly $53 million last season.

  19. WHDH Boston

    LeBron James signs with Philadelphia 76ers, joining former Celtic Jaylen Brown (opens WHDH Boston)

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    WHDH Boston's feed description

    PHILADELPHIA (AP) — LeBron James is heading to the Philadelphia 76ers. The NBA’s all-time leading scorer made the announcement on social media Friday, saying it...

  20. HuffPost

    LeBron James To Sign With The Philadelphia 76ers (opens HuffPost)

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    HuffPost's feed description

    “I believe I can help make the Philadelphia 76ers a championship team,” the basketball legend said.

  21. PhillyVoice

    LeBron James issues statement and video after announcing deal with Sixers (opens PhillyVoice)

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    PhillyVoice's feed description

    LeBron James is joining the Sixers, and he is doing so with the goal of winning a championship.

  22. Honolulu Star-Advertiser

    LeBron James to join Philadelphia 76ers (opens Honolulu Star-Advertiser)

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    Honolulu Star-Advertiser's feed description

    LeBron James announced today his decision to join the Philadelphia 76ers for his record-extending 24th NBA season with hopes of helping the franchise snap a 43-year championship drought.

  23. FOX 21 Colorado Springs

    Pennsylvania governor declares LeBron James Day as Sixers set to sign NBA star (opens FOX 21 Colorado Springs)

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    FOX 21 Colorado Springs's feed description

    LeBron James is reportedly set to finish his storied career as a Philadelphia 76er, and Pennsylvania's governor celebrated the news with an official proclamation.

  24. KDVR Denver

    Nuggets miss out in LeBron James sweepstakes, heading to 76ers (opens KDVR Denver)

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    KDVR Denver's feed description

    The LeBron James sweepstakes appear to be over, and after being in the mix the entire offseason so far, the Denver Nuggets missed out on the superstar, with ESPN reporting that James is headed to the Philadelphia 76ers on a two-year, $8 million contract.

  25. FOX 29 Philadelphia

    Philadelphia reacts to LeBron James joining Sixers: 'Welcome to Philly' (opens FOX 29 Philadelphia)

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    FOX 29 Philadelphia's feed description

    In a move that shook the basketball world, LeBron James has officially announced he is signing a deal with the Philadelphia 76ers. The announcement sent shockwaves through the city, prompting reactions from his new teammates, Philadelphia legends and state leadership.

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