LeBron James meets with 76ers owner during Fanatics Fest
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 19, 2026, 11:22 PM
Last updated Jul 19, 2026
LeBron James, a free agent forward, attended Fanatics Fest and had a brief conversation with Josh Harris, the owner of the Philadelphia 76ers. The meeting comes as speculation grows about James potentially joining the 76ers, especially after the team traded for Jaylen Brown. James and Tyrese Maxey share the same agent, and the two have a connection through Team USA, having previously played together. James remarked, "trusting the process" at the event, fueling further speculation on his future as he considers his options this summer. No indication has been made of any final decision regarding his next team.
- •LeBron James spoke with 76ers owner Josh Harris at Fanatics Fest
- •Philadephia's trade for Jaylen Brown increased interest in James
- •Maxey and James are represented by the same agent
- •James played with Embiid on Team USA
- •Speculation about his signing continues this summer
- 11:22 PMYahoo Sports — Report: LeBron James had conversation with Philadelphia 76ers owner
"Free agent forward LeBron James recently ran into Josh Harris, the owner of the Philadelphia 76ers.
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