Jalen Hurts praises LeBron James joining Philadelphia 76ers
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 30, 2026, 4:01 AM
Last updated Jul 30, 2026
Jalen Hurts welcomed LeBron James to the Philadelphia 76ers after the NBA star signed with the team. Hurts emphasized that James' arrival is significant for both basketball and the city's sports culture, highlighting James' accomplishments and potential impact. The Sixers are expected to contend more seriously for a championship with James joining Joel Embiid and new teammate Jaylen Brown. Hurts, who has led the Eagles to success, expressed excitement at witnessing another sports icon pursue greatness in Philadelphia.
- •Jalen Hurts called LeBron James' signing 'huge' for Philadelphia.
- •James joins a roster with Joel Embiid and Jaylen Brown.
- •Philadelphia has not advanced to the Eastern Conference finals since 2001.
- •Hurts has previously experienced major acquisitions changing team dynamics.
- 4:01 AMYahoo Sports — LeBron James’ 76ers arrival excites Eagles’ Jalen Hurts
- 5:26 PMYahoo Sports — Jalen Hurts calls LeBron James’ arrival ‘huge’ for Philadelphia
"LeBron James’ announcement on Friday that he will sign with the Philadelphia 76ers shook the NBA world, and Philly fans the most. Even Philadelphia Eagles star Jalen Hurts is looking forward to seeing him represent the city starting next season.…
"Jalen Hurts called LeBron James’ move to the Sixers “huge” for Philadelphia and welcomed the NBA legend to the city
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External links- Yahoo SportsJul 30, 2026, 4:01 AMLeBron James’ 76ers arrival excites Eagles’ Jalen Hurts
LeBron James’ announcement on Friday that he will sign with the Philadelphia 76ers shook the NBA world, and Philly fans the most. Even Philadelphia Eagles star Jalen Hurts is looking forward to seeing him represent the city starting next season.…
- Yahoo SportsJul 29, 2026, 5:26 PMJalen Hurts calls LeBron James’ arrival ‘huge’ for Philadelphia
Jalen Hurts called LeBron James’ move to the Sixers “huge” for Philadelphia and welcomed the NBA legend to the city
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