Joel Embiid, Jaylen Brown, Tyrese Maxey recruit LeBron James to 76ers
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 24, 2026, 4:40 PM
Last updated Jul 24, 2026
Tyrese Maxey, Joel Embiid, and Jaylen Brown successfully recruited LeBron James to join the Philadelphia 76ers on a two-year deal worth $8 million. Maxey reportedly led the recruitment efforts, considering James a mentor. Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro declared July 24 as LeBron James Day to welcome him to the 76ers, citing the significance of the move. James expressed his excitement about joining the team and his desire to compete for another championship despite earlier reflecting on his playing future.
- •LeBron James signs with the Philadelphia 76ers on July 24, 2026.
- •The deal includes a player option for the second year.
- •Maxey, Embiid, and Brown led the recruitment effort for James.
- •Governor Shapiro proclaims July 24 as LeBron James Day in Pennsylvania.
- •Philadelphia needs to waive a player to fit James under the salary cap.
- 4:40 PMYahoo Sports — Joel Embiid, Jaylen Brown, Tyrese Maxey recruited LeBron James
"Joel Embiid, Jaylen Brown, Tyrese Maxey recruited LeBron James
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