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LeBron Signs $8M Deal; Warriors’ Green Declines $27.7M Option

7/26/2026

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Summary

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LeBron James signed a two-year, $8 million contract with a player option to join the Philadelphia 76ers on July 25 2026.
After missing the 2025-26 playoffs, Warriors forward Draymond Green declined his $27.7 million player option for 2026-27 to give the team flexibility while they pursued LeBron.
As of July 25 2026 the Warriors had not yet offered Green a new contract, though reports expect a near-$28 million re-sign.

History

Historical Context

In July 2026 LeBron James signed with the Philadelphia 76ers, echoing his 2010 free-agency move that created the Miami “Big Three.” That 2010 deal, a six-year $110 million contract, sparked the player-empowerment era and a wave of super-team formations. The pattern shows marquee signings continue to reshape NBA salary-cap strategy and fan interest across the league.

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Story summary

LeBron James signed a two-year, $8 million contract with a player option to join the Philadelphia 76ers on July 25 2026.
After missing the 2025-26 playoffs, Warriors forward Draymond Green declined his $27.7 million player option for 2026-27 to give the team flexibility while they pursued LeBron.
As of July 25 2026 the Warriors had not yet offered Green a new contract, though reports expect a near-$28 million re-sign.

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