LeBron James breaks Shohei Ohtani's jersey sales record
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 30, 2026, 3:08 AM
Last updated Jul 30, 2026
LeBron James' transition to the Philadelphia 76ers has created significant excitement in the NBA. His new jersey broke MLB player Shohei Ohtani's record for the highest-selling uniform following a team switch, surpassing the mark set in 2023. Fans have shown strong interest, placing preorder requests nearly immediately after the announcement, which was unexpected given other perceived frontrunners for James' next destination. As he prepares for his 24th season at 41 years old, James continues to be a prominent figure in the league, having had a successful season prior, leading the Los Angeles Lakers in playoff action. Meanwhile, Ohtani's achievements continue to define his career as one of baseball's greats.
- •LeBron James joins the Philadelphia 76ers this summer.
- •His jersey became the highest-selling for a player switching teams in 48 hours.
- •James' announcement surprised many, as other teams were favored.
- •He is entering his 24th NBA season and is 41 years old.
- •Ohtani, a standout in baseball, set the previous record in 2023.
- 3:08 AMYahoo Sports — LeBron James Breaks Jersey Sales Record with Philadelphia 76ers
- 2:41 AMYahoo Sports — LeBron James breaks a Shohei Ohtani record
"To say that people are excited about LeBron James joining the Philadelphia 76ers would be an understatement.James’ 76ers jerseys have been sold out since the second they became available, and the rapid sales of his new gear was record-setting.LeBron James’ New 76ers Jersey Breaks All-Time Fanatics Sales RecordThe sports retail giant Fanatics announced officially that […] The post LeBron James Breaks Jersey Sales Record with Philadelphia 76ers appeared first on HEAVY.
"LeBron James’ move to the Philadelphia 76ers is still garnering a lot of attention. The NBA world can’t wait for the start of next season and watch him play for them, and his new jersey has already made history. He…
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External links- Yahoo SportsJul 30, 2026, 3:08 AMLeBron James Breaks Jersey Sales Record with Philadelphia 76ers
To say that people are excited about LeBron James joining the Philadelphia 76ers would be an understatement.James’ 76ers jerseys have been sold out since the second they became available, and the rapid sales of his new gear was record-setting.LeBron James’ New 76ers Jersey Breaks All-Time Fanatics Sales RecordThe sports retail giant Fanatics announced officially that […] The post LeBron James Breaks Jersey Sales Record with Philadelphia 76ers appeared first on HEAVY.
- Yahoo SportsJul 30, 2026, 2:41 AMLeBron James breaks a Shohei Ohtani record
LeBron James’ move to the Philadelphia 76ers is still garnering a lot of attention. The NBA world can’t wait for the start of next season and watch him play for them, and his new jersey has already made history. He…
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