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76ers celebrates James’ arrival with coronation photo

Headline from Times Republican, from the development of Jul 27, 2026

Newest development Jul 29, 2026 · 2 reportsLeBron James Wasn't Considering 76ers Until Jaylen Brown Trade

PHILADELPHIA — The Philadelphia 76ers sent the message that LeBron James was indeed — officially and perhaps amazingly — on the roster with a straightforward photo: James’ blue No. 23 jersey hangs in a locker with a crown as a nod to his King nickname on the shelf.

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Developments in this update

6 dated developments, oldest first, newest marked. Each is named by one outlet's own headline; open its reports to see every outlet that covered it.

  1. LeBron James officially signs his Sixers contract

    Headline from NBC10 Philadelphia ·

  2. 76ers Add Former LeBron James Teammate, 2-Time NBA Champion

    Headline from Newsweek ·

  3. Names this update

    76ers celebrates James’ arrival with coronation photo

    Headline from Times Republican ·

  4. Why LeBron James could be traded by the Philadelphia 76ers

    Headline from New York Post ·

  5. LeBron James joins 76ers with several NBA records in reach

    Headline from Arklatex Home Page ·

  6. Newest

    LeBron James Wasn't Considering 76ers Until Jaylen Brown Trade

    Headline from Newsweek ·

6 reports not tied to one development ·

Reports & sources

32 articles, oldest first.

  1. New York Post

    LeBron James leaving Lakers for 76ers makes sense within context of winning (opens New York Post)

    Published

    New York Post's feed description

    When LeBron James decided to leave the Lakers, immediate questions swirled about what he’d prioritize in his unprecedented 24th NBA season (and possibly beyond).

  2. The Guardian

    LeBron James’ final act is about more than basketball. It’s about time | Claire de Lune (opens The Guardian)

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    The Guardian's feed description

    The NBA superstar’s shock move to the Philadelphia 76ers isn’t about money or legacy. It’s about confronting the end of a career and making the most of whatever remains The most enormous celebrities, those larger-than-life characters with immense cultural impact, occupy a kind of hard-to-quantify sp…

  3. NBC10 Philadelphia

    LeBron James officially signs his Sixers contract (opens NBC10 Philadelphia)

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    NBC10 Philadelphia's feed description

    LeBron James is officially a Philadelphia 76er. The NBA’s transactions log on Sunday featured the Sixers’ two-year, $8 million deal with the 22-time All-Star. The team is expected to formally announce the signing Monday morning, per NBC Sports Philadelphia’s John Clark.

  4. Green Field Reporter

    LeBron James picked Philadelphia, eight years after billboards asked him to come to the 76ers (opens Green Field Reporter)

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    Green Field Reporter's feed description

    LeBron James wound up picking Philadelphia, and no billboards were required. Back in February 2018, a businessman named Asher Raphael arranged for three billboards to be placed a few miles outside of Cleveland in a lighthearted effort to woo James to the Philadelphia 76ers.

  5. Newsweek

    76ers Add Former LeBron James Teammate, 2-Time NBA Champion (opens Newsweek)

    Published

    Newsweek's feed description

    The Philadelphia 76ers added a former teammate of LeBron James' and a two-time NBA champion to their roster this week.

  6. PhillyVoice

    Sixers officially announce signing of LeBron James (opens PhillyVoice)

    Published

    PhillyVoice's feed description

    LeBron James' 24th NBA season will officially be played in Philadelphia, the Sixers announced via press release.

  7. Green Field Reporter

    76ers celebrate James’ arrival with coronation photo fit for basketball’s King (opens Green Field Reporter)

    Published

    Green Field Reporter's feed description

    PHILADELPHIA (AP) — The Philadelphia 76ers sent the message that LeBron James was indeed — officially and perhaps amazingly — on the roster with a straightforward photo: James’ blue No. 23 jersey hangs in a locker with a crown as a nod to his King nickname on the shelf.

  8. ABC News

    WATCH: Inside LeBron James' decision to switch teams (opens ABC News)

    Published

    ABC News's feed description

    ESPN insider Shams Charania reports LeBron James has signed his contract, and the 76ers are expected to officially announce the signing today.

  9. PBS NewsHour

    76ers fans celebrate LeBron James' arrival in Philadelphia (opens PBS NewsHour)

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    PBS NewsHour's feed description

    The 76ers and James announced Monday their two-year deal on the veteran's minimum for $8 million total was official and that the four-time NBA MVP was indeed a Sixer.

  10. New York Post

    LeBron James’ arrival set to max out 76ers’ national TV schedule (opens New York Post)

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    New York Post's feed description

    NBA fans are going to be seeing a lot more of the 76ers whether they like it or not.

  11. New York Post

    Why LeBron James could be traded by the Philadelphia 76ers (opens New York Post)

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    New York Post's feed description

    LeBron James' new two-year contract with the Philadelphia 76ers includes a player option and a 15% trade kicker, but no no-trade clause. Here's why the Sixers could still move the NBA superstar if their season unravels.

  12. Times Republican

    76ers celebrates James’ arrival with coronation photo (opens Times Republican)

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    Times Republican's feed description

    PHILADELPHIA — The Philadelphia 76ers sent the message that LeBron James was indeed — officially and perhaps amazingly — on the roster with a straightforward photo: James’ blue No. 23 jersey hangs in a locker with a crown as a nod to his King nickname on the shelf.

  13. Phl17

    LeBron James' move to the 76ers delivers big win for small businesses (opens Phl17)

    Published

    Phl17's feed description

    PHILADELPHIA (WPHL) -- Local businesses in the Delaware Valley are already seeing a surge in sales following the Philadelphia 76ers' announcement that LeBron James has signed with the team. The excitement surrounding the blockbuster signing has translated into strong demand for LeBron-themed merchan…

  14. Newsweek

    Allen Iverson Shares 'Ecstatic' Reaction to LeBron James Joining 76ers (opens Newsweek)

    Published

    Newsweek's feed description

    LeBron James ended his highly-publicized free agency process by announcing his decision to join the Philadelphia 76ers.

  15. Arklatex Home Page

    LeBron James joins 76ers with several NBA records in reach (opens Arklatex Home Page)

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    Arklatex Home Page's feed description

    After announcing his move to the Philadelphia 76ers, LeBron James is positioned to extend several existing NBA records and potentially break new ones.

  16. New Hampshire Union Leader

    Celtics were one of many with 'interest’ in LeBron James (opens New Hampshire Union Leader)

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    New Hampshire Union Leader's feed description

    Before LeBron James landed with the Philadelphia 76ers, 27 of the NBA’s 30 teams inquired about the four-time MVP, James’s agent, Rich Paul, told ESPN.

  17. Newsweek

    LeBron James Wasn't Considering 76ers Until Jaylen Brown Trade (opens Newsweek)

    Published

    Newsweek's feed description

    LeBron James ended his free agency process this past Friday, announcing his decision to sign with the Philadelphia 76ers.

  18. Boston

    Celtics ‘expressed interest’ in LeBron James in free agency before he joined 76ers (opens Boston)

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    Boston's feed description

    "The Boston Celtics, James' consistent nemesis through the years, expressed interest, sources told ESPN."

  19. West Hawaii Today

    Rich Paul confirms that LeBron James didn’t consider Philadelphia until after Jaylen Brown trade (opens West Hawaii Today)

    Published

    West Hawaii Today's feed description

    If you hadn’t heard, LeBron James is now a Philadelphia 76er.

  20. amNewYork

    Is LeBron James enough to get the 76ers past the Knicks? (opens amNewYork)

    Published

    amNewYork's feed description

    LeBron James announced Friday that he is signing a two-year, $8 million deal with the 76ers, securing the last stop of a legendary career. The 41-year-old superstar is joining a Philadelphia squad that is making a serious push to contend in the 2027 season.

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