LeBron James signs two-year deal with Philadelphia 76ers
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 25, 2026, 8:02 AM
Last updated Jul 25, 2026
LeBron James has officially joined the Philadelphia 76ers, signing a two-year, $8 million contract. The deal includes a player option for the second year. This move fulfills a 2016 wish expressed by Joel Embiid, who had hoped to play alongside James after the 2014 free agency period. With this addition, the 76ers aim to end their 43-year championship drought in the upcoming 2026-27 season. The team's prospects will be closely watched as the new season approaches.
- •LeBron James signs with the Philadelphia 76ers on July 25, 2026.
- •Contract worth $8 million over two years with a player option.
- •James' signing fulfills Joel Embiid's 2016 wish for a duo.
- •76ers have not won an NBA Championship in 43 years.
- •The 2026-27 season marks a critical opportunity for the team.
- 5:14 PMYahoo Sports — Joel Embiid Gets LeBron James in Philadelphia
- 8:02 AMYahoo Sports — LeBron James fulfills Joel Embiid’s 2016 request after announcing 76ers decision
"The Philadelphia 76ers have been trusting the process since drafting Joel Embiid with the third overall pick during the 2014 NBA Draft. Unfortunately, for one reason or another, the Philadelphia 76ers are yet to win an NBA Championship during the Joel Embiid era.
"LeBron James signs with the Philadelphia 76ers, finally fulfilling Joel Embiid's decade-old wish to play alongside the legend.
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External links- Yahoo SportsJul 25, 2026, 5:14 PMJoel Embiid Gets LeBron James in Philadelphia
LeBron James signs with the Philadelphia 76ers, finally fulfilling Joel Embiid's decade-old wish to play alongside the legend.
- Yahoo SportsJul 25, 2026, 8:02 AMLeBron James fulfills Joel Embiid’s 2016 request after announcing 76ers decision
The Philadelphia 76ers have been trusting the process since drafting Joel Embiid with the third overall pick during the 2014 NBA Draft. Unfortunately, for one reason or another, the Philadelphia 76ers are yet to win an NBA Championship during the Joel Embiid era.
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