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Philadelphia waives player after signing LeBron James to roster

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 24, 2026, 10:57 PM

Last updated Jul 24, 2026

Philadelphia waives player after signing LeBron James to roster

Summary

The Philadelphia 76ers have signed LeBron James in free agency, a move celebrated in the city, including a proclamation from Governor Josh Shapiro declaring July 24 as LeBron James Day. While adding James significantly enhances the team's championship prospects, the 76ers must waive a player to comply with salary cap regulations due to exceeding the hard cap. Young forwards Dalen Terry and Jabari Walker are among those considered at risk of being waived as Philadelphia addresses roster needs following this high-profile signing.

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By the Numbers

•LeBron James joins the Philadelphia 76ers on a $3.9 million deal.
•Philadelphia must waive a player to comply with salary cap rules.
•Dalen Terry and Jabari Walker are potential candidates for waiving.
•Governor Shapiro declared July 24 as LeBron James Day in Pennsylvania.
•James, now 41, averaged 21 points, 7 rebounds, and 6 assists last season.

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10:57 PMYahoo Sports — Who's most at risk on Philadelphia's roster following the LeBron James decision

What they're saying

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The Philadelphia 76ers made waves by picking up LeBron James in free agency, but it's not all good news, as they will have to waive a player now.
— Yahoo Sports

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