LeBron James joins 76ers, easing reliance on Joel Embiid's health
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 24, 2026, 5:52 PM
Last updated Jul 24, 2026
The Philadelphia 76ers signed LeBron James to a two-year deal, reducing their dependency on center Joel Embiid, who has a history of injuries. This offseason, the 76ers reworked their roster, acquiring Jaylen Brown from the Boston Celtics and signing veterans Dean Wade and Anfernee Simons. The franchise's new direction follows the firing of president Daryl Morey in May and the hiring of Mike Gansey as his replacement. With this turnaround, the 76ers aim for their first NBA championship since 1983, boosting their chances even with Embiid's health concerns.
- •LeBron James signed a two-year deal with the 76ers.
- •Joel Embiid's injuries have limited his playoff availability.
- •Jaylen Brown averaged 28.7 points for the Celtics last season.
- •76ers hired Mike Gansey as president of basketball operations.
- •The team aims for their first title since 1983.
- 5:52 PMYahoo Sports — With LeBron James, 76ers’ Playoff Hopes Are No Longer Tied To Joel Embiid’s Health
"By signing LeBron James, the 76ers are no longer as reliant on center Joel Embiid, who has sustained numerous injuries in his career.
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