Mike Gansey details how Sixers signed LeBron James on two-year deal
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 6, 2026, 11:17 PM
Last updated Aug 6, 2026
Philadelphia 76ers President Mike Gansey provided insights on how the team secured LeBron James during free agency. After a productive offseason that included acquiring Jaylen Brown from the Boston Celtics, the 76ers spent weeks awaiting James' decision. Gansey revealed that Brown's arrival played a crucial role in attracting James, who ultimately signed a two-year contract with Philadelphia. The addition of James, a significant player in the NBA, positions the Sixers as strong contenders for the upcoming season.
- •Mike Gansey discusses landing LeBron James during free agency.
- •Philadephia secured Jaylen Brown before pursuing James.
- •James signed a two-year deal with the Sixers.
- •Gansey believes Brown's acquisition was pivotal.
- •The Sixers aim to improve after a playoff exit in 2026.
- 2:06 PMYahoo Sports — 76ers Share New Details About How Jaylen Brown Trade with Celtics Came Together
- 11:17 PMYahoo Sports — Mike Gansey explains how Sixers were able to land Jaylen Brown in deal
- 5:20 PMYahoo Sports — Mike Gansey explains how Sixers were able to land LeBron James
"Philadelphia 76ers president Mike Gansey explains how the Philadelphia 76ers were able to land LeBron James in free agency.
"Mike Gansey explains how the Philadelphia 76ers were able to land Jaylen Brown in a deal from the Boston Celtics.
"76ers president Mike Gansey met with the media after Jaylen Brown was introduced.
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External links- Yahoo SportsAug 7, 2026, 2:06 PM76ers Share New Details About How Jaylen Brown Trade with Celtics Came Together
76ers president Mike Gansey met with the media after Jaylen Brown was introduced.
- Yahoo SportsAug 6, 2026, 11:17 PMMike Gansey explains how Sixers were able to land Jaylen Brown in deal
Mike Gansey explains how the Philadelphia 76ers were able to land Jaylen Brown in a deal from the Boston Celtics.
- Yahoo SportsAug 5, 2026, 5:20 PMMike Gansey explains how Sixers were able to land LeBron James
Philadelphia 76ers president Mike Gansey explains how the Philadelphia 76ers were able to land LeBron James in free agency.
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