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LeBron James helicopter commutes from NYC to Philadelphia for 76ers

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 22, 2026, 9:00 AM

Last updated Oct 22, 2026

LeBron James helicopter commutes from NYC to Philadelphia for 76ers
Summary

LeBron James, now with the Philadelphia 76ers, is commuting via helicopter from New York City to games and practices in Camden, New Jersey. James, who signed a two-year deal with the 76ers, opted to live in NYC rather than Philadelphia, citing familiarity with helicopter travel. His estimated flying time is between 30 to 45 minutes, significantly shorter than the road journey. This commuting method follows scrutiny due to safety concerns after Kobe Bryant's accident in 2020, but the league has confirmed it complies with regulations. James' helicopter is provided through an endorsement deal with Fanatics.

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  • •LeBron James signed a two-year deal with the 76ers this summer.
  • •James commutes from Manhattan to Camden, New Jersey, by helicopter.
  • •Flying time from NYC to Camden is approximately 30-45 minutes.
  • •The helicopter is part of James' endorsement with Fanatics.
  • •James had previously considered living in New York before signing.
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  • 9:00 AMYahoo Sports — LeBron James helicopter path: Distance, time, more to know about 76ers star's travel from NYC to Philly
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