LeBron James signs with Philadelphia 76ers, joining exclusive NBA club
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 28, 2026, 5:10 PM
Last updated Jul 28, 2026
LeBron James has signed with the Philadelphia 76ers this offseason, becoming a part of an all-star roster that includes Joel Embiid, Jaylen Brown, Tyrese Maxey, and VJ Edgecombe. This move marks the fourth team in James' career, following tenures with the Cleveland Cavaliers, Miami Heat, and Los Angeles Lakers. As he pursues a record of winning titles with four different teams, James aims to make an impactful contribution to the 76ers' championship aspirations. Historical note: two former NBA players, Jim Jackson and Jason Kapono, previously played for all four of LeBron's clubs but did not achieve significant success with the Sixers.
- •LeBron joins Philadelphia's star-studded lineup this summer.
- •He seeks to win an NBA title with a fourth team.
- •James previously played for Cavaliers, Heat, and Lakers.
- •Jackson and Kapono are former players with similar team history.
- 5:10 PMYahoo Sports — LeBron James joins exclusive three-man NBA club after Philadelphia 76ers signing
"LeBron James’ career path is actually not as remarkable as many believe following his move to the Philadelphia 76ers. LeBron decided to join the Sixers this offseason as he believes they have a great chance of winning the NBA championship.
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