Kevin Durant defends LeBron James joining the Philadelphia 76ers
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 25, 2026, 4:56 AM
Last updated Jul 25, 2026
Kevin Durant has publicly supported LeBron James' decision to join the Philadelphia 76ers, a move that has ignited some controversy on social media. Durant, reflecting on his own past decisions, emphasized that players should have the right to choose their teams without facing backlash. This summer marks another chapter in James' career, who is seen as building a formidable team with the 76ers. Durant described the criticism as emotional, urging fans to respect James' contributions to basketball. The 76ers, likely seen as title contenders, are poised for an impactful season with this new addition.
- •LeBron James joins the Philadelphia 76ers this summer.
- •Kevin Durant defends James amidst social media backlash.
- •Durant urges fans to respect players' decisions.
- •James' contract is for $8 million over two years.
- •76ers are considered title contenders with James' addition.
- 11:03 AMYahoo Sports — Kevin Durant defends LeBron James for his decision to join Sixers
- 11:20 AMYahoo Sports — Kevin Durant slams LeBron James’ haters after 76ers decision divides fans
- 4:56 AMYahoo Sports — Kevin Durant defends LeBron James' decision to join the Philadelphia 76ers
- 4:52 AMYahoo Sports — “Debate Me”: Kevin Durant Defends LeBron James as 76ers Announcement Triggers Fan Backlash
"LeBron James’ monumental free-agency decision to sign a two-year, veteran-minimum contract with the Philadelphia 76ers has been a lot to digest for the NBA world. While critics and disappointed fans took to social media to attack the 41-year-old superstar’s legacy, Kevin Durant had a different kind of reaction.
"Houston Rockets forward Kevin Durant took to social media to share his reaction to LeBron James joining the Philadelphia 76ers. LeBron is the No.
"Kevin Durant defends LeBron James for his decision to join the Philadelphia 76ers in free agency.
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External links- Yahoo SportsJul 27, 2026, 11:03 AMKevin Durant defends LeBron James for his decision to join Sixers
Kevin Durant defends LeBron James for his decision to join the Philadelphia 76ers in free agency.
- Yahoo SportsJul 25, 2026, 11:20 AMKevin Durant slams LeBron James’ haters after 76ers decision divides fans
Houston Rockets forward Kevin Durant took to social media to share his reaction to LeBron James joining the Philadelphia 76ers. LeBron is the No.
- Yahoo SportsJul 25, 2026, 4:56 AMKevin Durant defends LeBron James' decision to join the Philadelphia 76ers
LeBron James' decision to join the 76ers has ruffled some feathers on social media.
- Yahoo SportsJul 25, 2026, 4:52 AM“Debate Me”: Kevin Durant Defends LeBron James as 76ers Announcement Triggers Fan Backlash
LeBron James’ monumental free-agency decision to sign a two-year, veteran-minimum contract with the Philadelphia 76ers has been a lot to digest for the NBA world. While critics and disappointed fans took to social media to attack the 41-year-old superstar’s legacy, Kevin Durant had a different kind of reaction.
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