LeBron James signs with 76ers, Stephen Curry silent on decision
Yahoo Sports • 2 min read • Latest: Jul 25, 2026, 4:14 AM
Last updated Jul 25, 2026
LeBron James confirmed he will join the Philadelphia 76ers after 24 days of speculation. His decision followed pitches from the Miami Heat, Cleveland Cavaliers, and Golden State Warriors, including public outreach from Stephen Curry and Draymond Green. During a golf tournament, Curry remained silent when informed of James' signing. James expressed excitement about energizing a new fan base and competing for a championship in Philadelphia, suggesting the Warriors are not as close to title contention. Curry's previous recruitment efforts highlighted the urgency for the Warriors as they aim to strengthen their competitiveness. James signed a two-year, $8 million deal with the 76ers and plans to make a significant impact in his final playing stage.
- •LeBron James joins the Philadelphia 76ers.
- •Curry and Green made recruitment efforts for Warriors.
- •Curry remained silent after learning of James' decision.
- •James signs a two-year, $8 million contract.
- •James aims to energize the 76ers fan base.
- 5:25 AMYahoo Sports — Stephen Curry’s candid response says it all after Warriors missed on Lebron James
- 7:45 PMYahoo Sports — Warriors star Stephen Curry breaks the silence on LeBron James' decision
- 2:34 PMYahoo Sports — Steph Curry breaks silence on LeBron James’ decision to snub Warriors for 76ers
- 4:14 AMYahoo Sports — Stephen Curry Remains Silent After Fans Break LeBron James’ 76ers Decision to Warriors Star
"Golden State Warriors guard Stephen Curry finally addressed the impact of LeBron James choosing to join the Philadelphia 76ers as a free agent. James announced his decision to join the 76ers on Friday, as the other teams pursuing the 41-year-old have been left revisiting their offseason plans.
"The NBA world continues to discuss LeBron James’ decision to join the Philadelphia 76ers. Stephen Curry’s team, the Golden State Warriors, was reportedly a finalist for his services. However, he ultimately decided to head to the Eastern Conference franchise, and…
"After 24 days of speculation, LeBron James finally made it official: he’s heading to the Philadelphia 76ers. Along the way, the Heat, Cavaliers, and even the Warriors all made their pitches to land the 22-time All-Star.
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External links- Yahoo SportsJul 27, 2026, 5:25 AMStephen Curry’s candid response says it all after Warriors missed on Lebron James
The NBA world continues to discuss LeBron James’ decision to join the Philadelphia 76ers. Stephen Curry’s team, the Golden State Warriors, was reportedly a finalist for his services. However, he ultimately decided to head to the Eastern Conference franchise, and…
- Yahoo SportsJul 26, 2026, 7:45 PMWarriors star Stephen Curry breaks the silence on LeBron James' decision
Stephen Curry of the Golden State Warriors recently addressed LeBron James' decision to join the Philadelphia 76ers.
- Yahoo SportsJul 26, 2026, 2:34 PMSteph Curry breaks silence on LeBron James’ decision to snub Warriors for 76ers
Golden State Warriors guard Stephen Curry finally addressed the impact of LeBron James choosing to join the Philadelphia 76ers as a free agent. James announced his decision to join the 76ers on Friday, as the other teams pursuing the 41-year-old have been left revisiting their offseason plans.
- Yahoo SportsJul 25, 2026, 4:14 AMStephen Curry Remains Silent After Fans Break LeBron James’ 76ers Decision to Warriors Star
After 24 days of speculation, LeBron James finally made it official: he’s heading to the Philadelphia 76ers. Along the way, the Heat, Cavaliers, and even the Warriors all made their pitches to land the 22-time All-Star.
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