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Sixers make LeBron James signing official, statements from the team
The Philadelphia 76ers have made it official. LeBron James is officially a member of the Sixers. The NBA's all-time leading scorer, and leader in a number of other categories, and the man they call "The King" has taken up court in the City of Brotherly Love.
James averaged 20.9 points, 7.2 assists, and 6.1 rebounds in the 2025-26 season with the Los Angeles Lakers and is the only player in the history of the NBA to have 10,000 points, 10,000 rebounds, and 10,000 assists in his career. He is expected to join Philadelphia and help the franchise get over the hump in the East. The Sixers have not been past Round 2 since 2001--when Allen Iverson led them to the finals--and have not won a title since 1983.
Via an official press release, team managing partner Josh Harris gave this statement:
"I am thrilled to welcome LeBron James to the Philadelphia 76ers. One of the greatest players in NBA history and one of the best athletes ever, his accomplishments are iconic: four-time NBA Champion, four-time NBA MVP, four-time Finals MVP, three-time Olympic Gold medalist, the NBA’s all-time leading scorer, a record 22 All-Star selections, and 21 All-NBA selections. I cannot wait to see LeBron alongside Jaylen Brown, VJ Edgecombe, Joel Embiid, Tyrese Maxey, and our talented roster as we work to deliver a championship for Philly. To LeBron and his family: we are grateful you chose the 76ers, and look forward to this next chapter of your legendary career. Welcome to the 76ers!"
The man who has taken over the mantle of President of Basketball Operations in Philadelphia, Mike Gansey, has had himself one terrific offseason. He was fantastic at the beginning of the free agency period when Philadelphia brought in depth pieces such as Dean Wade, Anfernee Simons, and Ariel Hukporti, but has since brought in Jaylen Brown, James, and Kentavious Caldwell-Pope--all proven champions in this league.
Gansey stated via the press release:
"There is no doubt LeBron is one of the greatest players to ever play the game of basketball and there are no words to measure the impact he’ll have on this organization. I have had the pleasure of knowing LeBron since high school and have seen the high-level impact he’s produced at every stop of his basketball journey. He is a consummate professional, the ultimate competitor, and a tireless worker. But he is also an incredible person with natural leadership traits, a family man, and someone who possesses unwavering commitment to community and those around him. We couldn’t be happier that he is officially here and are excited to welcome him, Savannah, and the James family into our 76ers family.”
The games still need to be played, but the Sixers are in a terrific position to reach the finals in 2027. This is a supremely talented roster led by a championship coach in Nick Nurse. They will be squarely in competition for the top spot in the East when the season begins in October.
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