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LeBron James joins Philadelphia 76ers for 2026-27 season

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 30, 2026, 11:01 AM

Last updated Aug 30, 2026

LeBron James joins Philadelphia 76ers for 2026-27 season

Summary

LeBron James officially joins the Philadelphia 76ers for the 2026-27 NBA season after signing in free agency. Previously, James had a successful 2025-26 season with the Los Angeles Lakers, where he averaged 20.9 points, 7.2 assists, and 6.1 rebounds. His tenure with new teams has historically included a period of adjustment; for instance, his first season with Miami in 2010 began with a 9-8 record. James will now work to establish chemistry with teammates Jaylen Brown, Tyrese Maxey, Joel Embiid, and VJ Edgecombe under coach Nick Nurse. Early challenges in team dynamics are expected as the new season begins.

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Status Watch

•LeBron James averaged 20.9 points last season with the Lakers.
•James joins the 76ers after a notable career at age 23.
•Historically, James' new teams experience early-season struggles.
•Philadelphia looks to establish an offensive hierarchy with new additions.
•Coach Nick Nurse faces challenges in integrating James into the lineup.

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11:01 AMYahoo Sports — Examining first seasons of new teams LeBron James has played for

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It's time to take a look at the first seasons of the new teams LeBron James has played for ahead of his first with the Philadelphia 76ers.
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