LeBron James celebrates Team USA's victory after winning the men's gold medal basketball match against France at the 2024 Paris Olympic Games in August 2024. James announced on Friday that he will play for the Philadelphia 76ers next season, with the 41-year-old NBA superstar hoping to transform another franchise into a championship team. | AFP-JIJI
AFP-JIJI
Jul 28, 2026
LeBron James has signed a contract to play for the Philadelphia 76ers, the team announced Monday, with managing owner Josh Harris “thrilled” about their chances for a first NBA title since 1983.
James announced on Friday he would play for the Sixers on a two-year deal worth $8 million, ending a weekslong mystery over the 41-year-old superstar’s future, but the 76ers had no comment throughout the weekend.
“I am thrilled to welcome LeBron James to the Philadelphia 76ers,” ownership managing partner Harris said in a statement. “One of the greatest players in NBA history and one of the best athletes ever, his accomplishments are iconic.”
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