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LeBron James learns Philadelphia slang from Kevin Hart on golf course

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 30, 2026, 10:30 AM

Last updated Jul 30, 2026

LeBron James learns Philadelphia slang from Kevin Hart on golf course

Summary

LeBron James is getting acclimated to his new role with the Philadelphia 76ers by learning local slang from comedian Kevin Hart. The two were recently seen playing golf, where Hart introduced James to expressions used by fans in Philadelphia. James, hailing from Cleveland, had previously played in Los Angeles and Miami. The comedian has been a longtime friend and is credited with influencing James’ decision to join the 76ers. Philadelphia's sports culture comes with high expectations, and James will need to perform at a high level to win over the passionate fanbase.

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•LeBron James is learning Philadelphia slang from Kevin Hart.
•Hart shared popular lingo during a golf outing.
•James previously played for the Lakers and Heat.
•The 76ers aim for a championship with James on the roster.
•Expectations are high for James to succeed in Philadelphia.

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10:30 AMYahoo Sports — LeBron James gets taught Philadelphia lingo by Kevin Hart on the golf course after 76ers arrival

What they're saying

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LeBron James is embracing his move to the Philadelphia 76ers by having native Kevin Hart get him up to speed on the local slang. LeBron is a Cleveland boy who only left his hometown for glamorous destinations like Los Angeles and Miami.
— Yahoo Sports

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