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LeBron James to become oldest player in Sixers history at 41

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 24, 2026, 5:05 PM

Last updated Jul 24, 2026

LeBron James to become oldest player in Sixers history at 41
Summary

LeBron James, at 41 years old, is set to become the oldest player in Philadelphia 76ers franchise history. He will surpass Rick Mahorn, who played at age 40 in 1999. This noteworthy milestone highlights James's longevity in the NBA as he continues his career with the Sixers. The team looks to him for veteran leadership and performance in the upcoming season.

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  • •LeBron James will play for the Sixers this season.
  • •He becomes the oldest player in the franchise's history.
  • •Previous record holder Rick Mahorn was 40 years old.
  • •James aims to provide leadership for the team.
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