LeBron James signs with 76ers as Caitlin Clark reacts during WNBA All-Star Weekend
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 25, 2026, 2:03 AM
Last updated Jul 25, 2026
Caitlin Clark, guard for the Indiana Fever, expressed surprise after learning that LeBron James signed with the Philadelphia 76ers. This news broke shortly after she pitched James to join the Indiana Pacers during the 2026 WNBA All-Star Weekend in Chicago. Clark reacted in real-time, stating her disbelief and acknowledging the talent on the 76ers. LeBron has reportedly agreed to a two-year contract with Philadelphia worth $8 million. Fans echoed Clark’s sentiments, many surprised by the choice and recalling missed opportunities for James to team up with other stars.
- •LeBron James signed a two-year contract with the 76ers.
- •Caitlin Clark pitched James to the Pacers just before the announcement.
- •Clark's shocked reaction was well-received by fans.
- •Fans express mixed feelings about the choice of Philadelphia.
- •Clark looks forward to the 76ers-Pacers matchup.
- 2:03 AMYahoo Sports — WNBA Fans Had Plenty to Say as Caitlin Clark Reacts in Real-Time After LeBron James Joins the 76ers
- 5:38 PMYahoo Sports — Caitlin Clark makes late pitch for LeBron James to join Pacers, highlighting fans
- 4:40 PMYahoo Sports — Caitlin Clark reacts in real-time after being informed of LeBron James’ decision to join the 76ers
"Caitlin Clark couldn’t believe it when she was told that LeBron James is joining the Philadelphia 76ers during WNBA All-Star media availability. Clark was answering questions for the media at the 2026 WNBA All-Star Game in Chicago when the news of LeBron joining the 76ers on a two-year veterans’ minimum was revealed to the world.
"The timing could not have been more ironic for Caitlin Clark. Just about 20 minutes after publicly pitching LeBron James to join the Indiana Pacers, she learned in real time that the four-time NBA champion had snubbed all the connected teams for the Philadelphia 76ers.
"Speaking at WNBA All-Star weekend, Caitlin Clark made a pitch to LeBron James to join the Pacers as news broke he was signing elsewhere.
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External links- Yahoo SportsJul 25, 2026, 2:03 AMWNBA Fans Had Plenty to Say as Caitlin Clark Reacts in Real-Time After LeBron James Joins the 76ers
The timing could not have been more ironic for Caitlin Clark. Just about 20 minutes after publicly pitching LeBron James to join the Indiana Pacers, she learned in real time that the four-time NBA champion had snubbed all the connected teams for the Philadelphia 76ers.
- Yahoo SportsJul 24, 2026, 5:38 PMCaitlin Clark makes late pitch for LeBron James to join Pacers, highlighting fans
Speaking at WNBA All-Star weekend, Caitlin Clark made a pitch to LeBron James to join the Pacers as news broke he was signing elsewhere.
- Yahoo SportsJul 24, 2026, 4:40 PMCaitlin Clark reacts in real-time after being informed of LeBron James’ decision to join the 76ers
Caitlin Clark couldn’t believe it when she was told that LeBron James is joining the Philadelphia 76ers during WNBA All-Star media availability. Clark was answering questions for the media at the 2026 WNBA All-Star Game in Chicago when the news of LeBron joining the 76ers on a two-year veterans’ minimum was revealed to the world.
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