LeBron James signs with 76ers, may split time in New York
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 28, 2026, 12:05 AM
Last updated Jul 28, 2026
The Philadelphia 76ers have officially announced the signing of LeBron James, a four-time NBA MVP, to a two-year, $8 million contract. Reports suggest James may live in New York or New Jersey while commuting to Philadelphia. This move follows a summer of intense interest from various teams, although the New York Knicks did not formally pursue James. The 76ers aim to bolster their championship chances, pairing James with Joel Embiid, Tyrese Maxey, V.J. Edgecombe, and Jaylen Brown. The organization has not won a championship since 1983, and James seeks his fifth title with a fourth team in his career.
- •LeBron James joins Philadelphia 76ers on a two-year deal.
- •Reports indicate potential living arrangements in New York.
- •James wants to play in Philadelphia and join a star-studded roster.
- •The 76ers have not won a championship since 1983.
- 12:05 AMYahoo Sports — LeBron James officially signs with 76ers, might live in New York
"The LeBron James era in Philadelphia is underway, as the Philadelphia 76ers on Monday officially announced their signing of the four-time NBA MVP. James’ New York City era — at least a non-basketball version of it — might not be too far behind. Days after ESPN’s Shams Charania reported James might live in New York or New Jersey and commute via helicopter, fellow insider Brian Windhorst said ...
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