Celtics sign Mike Conley to veteran minimum as 76ers land LeBron James

The Boston Celtics confirmed the signing of guard Mike Conley to a veteran minimum contract, which calls for a salary of $3.9 million for the 2026-27 season. Meanwhile, the Philadelphia 76ers are set to have LeBron James in their starting lineup, also on a veteran minimum deal. This decision for James, reportedly motivated by his desire to join the Sixers, further emphasizes the financial dynamics of veteran contracts in the NBA. Conley's earlier signing by the Celtics highlights their strategy to bolster their roster depth as they compete in a challenging league.

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