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 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.
- •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.
- 2:05 AMYahoo Sports — ‘The Saga of the Poor Heat Staffer’ — ESPN NBA Insider Reveals the Truth Behind Miami’s LeBron James YouTube Gaffe
"The saga is over; LeBron James signed with the Philadelphia 76ers. Not the Miami Heat.
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