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LeBron James Joins Miami Heat, Averages 26.7 Points

7/10/2026

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LeBron James announced on July 8, 2026 that he will sign with Miami Heat, having won two championships with Miami and titles with Cleveland and Los Angeles Lakers.
In his first Miami season, James averaged 26.7 points, 7.5 rebounds and 7.0 assists.
A commentator said Miami is the stronger option for James, though Cleveland Cavaliers—fielding Evan Mobley, Jarrett Allen, James Harden and a $273 million-contract Donovan Mitchell—are mentioned as a possible destination.

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LeBron James announced on July 8, 2026 that he will sign with Miami Heat, having won two championships with Miami and titles with Cleveland and Los Angeles Lakers.
In his first Miami season, James averaged 26.7 points, 7.5 rebounds and 7.0 assists.
A commentator said Miami is the stronger option for James, though Cleveland Cavaliers—fielding Evan Mobley, Jarrett Allen, James Harden and a $273 million-contract Donovan Mitchell—are mentioned as a possible destination.