LeBron James signs with Philadelphia 76ers on two-year deal
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 24, 2026, 4:28 PM
Last updated Jul 24, 2026
LeBron James has signed a two-year, $8 million contract with the Philadelphia 76ers, marking a significant team change. The deal includes a player option for the second year, allowing him to opt out after one season. James, who averaged 20.9 points, 6.1 rebounds, and 7.2 assists last season, expressed confidence in contributing to the 76ers' championship aspirations. The 76ers finished last season 45-37 and were eliminated in the Eastern Conference semifinals by the New York Knicks. Fans have reacted with surprise and excitement to James' decision.
- •LeBron James joins 76ers after not re-signing with the Lakers.
- •James' contract allows him to opt-out after one year.
- •The 76ers aim for a championship run with this addition.
- •Fans are reacting with excitement across social media platforms.
- 4:28 PMYahoo Sports — 'Absolutely bonkers.' Fans react to LeBron James signing with Sixers
"Here's a look at how social media is reacting to LeBron James signing with the Philadelphia 76ers.
Sources
External linksOriginal reporting and copyright belong to the linked sources. SportsNewsReport.com aggregates and links — it does not republish full articles.
Related Stories
Last 14 days
NBA•Sep 5, 2026, 2:38 AMBronny James on what he's focusing on for this season
NBA•Sep 5, 2026, 2:30 AMAmen Thompson agrees to five-year, $208 million extension with Rockets
NBA•Sep 5, 2026, 2:28 AMBen Simmons handed NBA lifeline in one-year deal with Sacramento Kings
NBA•Sep 5, 2026, 1:50 AMLakers Get Bad News on Potential Derrick Jones Jr. Trade
NBA•Sep 5, 2026, 1:42 AMNBA Insider Reveals Potential Problem For Lakers Ahead Of 2026-27 Season
NBA•Sep 5, 2026, 1:29 AMCeltics Trade Pitch Sends 3 Players, 2 Picks for New Jayson Tatum Co-Star
