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LeBron James joins 76ers, sets new jersey sales record

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 30, 2026, 5:20 AM

Last updated Jul 30, 2026

LeBron James joins 76ers, sets new jersey sales record

Summary

LeBron James has officially signed with the Philadelphia 76ers, moving on from the Los Angeles Lakers. This transition has resulted in record-breaking jersey sales, surpassing the previous mark set by Shohei Ohtani when he joined the Los Angeles Dodgers. The 76ers, who recently added Jaylen Brown to their roster alongside Joel Embiid and Tyrese Maxey, are now seen as strong championship contenders. James could potentially make NBA history by winning a championship with a fourth franchise. His impact on the team's marketability is already evident in the jersey sales.

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By the Numbers

•LeBron James joins the Philadelphia 76ers from the Los Angeles Lakers
•New jersey sales record surpasses Shohei Ohtani's previous mark
•The 76ers have added Jaylen Brown, bolstering their roster
•James aims to win a championship with his fourth team
•His influence is evident in the immediate spike in merchandise sales

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5:20 AMYahoo Sports — LeBron James makes history and surpasses Shohei Ohtani in incredible statistic after Sixers move

What they're saying

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LeBron James is still the biggest name in American sports, something that has been proven by the latest numbers emerging after he joined the Philadelphia 76ers. The NBA world was waiting with bated breath to see which franchise LeBron James would join after he announced his decision to move on from the Los Angeles Lakers.
— Yahoo Sports

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