LeBron James signs with the 76ers, Nets face him more often
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 24, 2026, 8:24 PM
Last updated Jul 24, 2026
LeBron James has signed a two-year, $8 million deal with the Philadelphia 76ers after leaving the Los Angeles Lakers. Brooklyn Nets will now face James four times during the 2026-27 NBA season. James, who averaged 20.9 points, 6.1 rebounds, and 7.2 assists last season, joins the 76ers as they strengthen their roster. This offseason, the Nets aimed to rebuild after a disappointing 20-62 record in 2025-26, but James was likely not a close option for them. Fans in Brooklyn will have multiple chances to see the future Hall-of-Famer play.
- •LeBron James signs with the Philadelphia 76ers on July 24, 2026.
- •James' contract includes a second-year player option.
- •Nets will face James four times in the upcoming season.
- •James seeks a winning opportunity as he approaches the end of his career.
- •The Nets finished the 2025-26 season with a 20-62 record.
- 8:24 PMYahoo Sports — Nets miss out on Sixers' LeBron James, but will face him more often
"The Brooklyn Nets did not win the LeBron James sweepstakes this offseason, but they will get to face him more often on the Philadelphia 76ers.
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