LeBron James joins Philadelphia 76ers after leaving Los Angeles Lakers
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 25, 2026, 11:00 PM
Last updated Jul 25, 2026
LeBron James has signed a two-year, $8 million contract with the Philadelphia 76ers after leaving the Los Angeles Lakers. Influenced by the Oklahoma City Thunder's recent playoff performance against the Lakers, James decided against retirement. This offseason has seen significant player movement in the Eastern Conference, with the Sixers acquiring Jaylen Brown, enhancing their roster with multiple former MVPs. James expressed his realization of still loving the game, stating he has more to give as he embarks on this new chapter with Philadelphia.
- •LeBron James signs with Philadelphia 76ers on July 25, 2026.
- •He left the Lakers after eight seasons in Los Angeles.
- •Thunder's playoff sweep of the Lakers influenced James' decision.
- •James joins a roster including Jaylen Brown and Joel Embiid.
- •Western Conference remains relatively quiet during the offseason.
- 11:00 PMYahoo Sports — How OKC Thunder influenced LeBron James' decision to join Sixers
"How Oklahoma City Thunder influenced LeBron James' decision to join Philadelphia 76ers.
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