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LeBron James considered joining Philadelphia before Lakers in 2018

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 24, 2026, 4:04 PM

Last updated Jul 24, 2026

LeBron James considered joining Philadelphia before Lakers in 2018
Summary

A former teammate of LeBron James revealed that during a conversation, James expressed serious consideration of signing with the Philadelphia 76ers before ultimately choosing the Lakers in 2018. This revelation comes eight years later as James plays for the 76ers. The conversation highlights James' long-standing impact on NBA team dynamics and player movement. His decision at that time has had lasting implications for his career and the franchise he joined.

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  • •James briefly considered the 76ers before signing with the Lakers.
  • •The revelation comes from an ex-teammate discussing past conversations.
  • •This conversation occurred in 2018, eight years before current times.
  • •James is now in a position to impact the 76ers as a player.
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