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LeBron James signs with Philadelphia 76ers, Heat press conference gaffe explained

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 28, 2026, 2:05 AM

Last updated Jul 28, 2026

LeBron James signs with Philadelphia 76ers, Heat press conference gaffe explained
Summary

LeBron James has officially signed with the Philadelphia 76ers. An introductory press conference by the Miami Heat earlier was mistakenly published due to a staffer's pre-vacation scheduling. ESPN's Ramona Shelburne reported that the Heat employee aimed to prepare in case James chose Miami. The incident created humor in James' circle as he avoids a repeat of the scrutiny from his 2010 decision announcement. The 76ers have not announced a date for their introductory press conference with James.

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  • •LeBron James signs with the Philadelphia 76ers.
  • •Miami Heat accidentally published a press conference for James.
  • •A Heat staffer scheduled content before going on vacation.
  • •The incident generated laughter among James' associates.
  • •No date set for James' introductory press conference with the 76ers.
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  • 2:05 AMYahoo Sports — ‘The Saga of the Poor Heat Staffer’ — ESPN NBA Insider Reveals the Truth Behind Miami’s LeBron James YouTube Gaffe
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The saga is over; LeBron James signed with the Philadelphia 76ers. Not the Miami Heat.

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