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LeBron James Signs Two-Year $8 Million 76ers Deal

By Drooid · Sep 25, 2026, 11:00 PM UTC · How we work

Summary

Story summary

LeBron James signed a two-year, $8 million contract with the Philadelphia 76ers.
He said his friendship with All-Star guard Tyrese Maxey influenced the decision.
James also cited helping center Joel Embiid win a championship as motivation.
The surprise trade that brought 2024 Finals MVP Jaylen Brown to Philadelphia factored into his choice.

History

Historical Context

In July 2010 LeBron James, an unrestricted free agent, announced on ESPN’s “The Decision” (July 8) that he would join the Miami Heat with Dwyane Wade and Chris Bosh, creating a player-driven superteam supported by $46 million of cap space and a six-year $110 million contract. His new two-year, $8 million deal with the Philadelphia 76ers repeats that pattern, illustrating how stars now reshape franchise trajectories through short, high-impact contracts.

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Story summary

LeBron James signed a two-year, $8 million contract with the Philadelphia 76ers.
He said his friendship with All-Star guard Tyrese Maxey influenced the decision.
James also cited helping center Joel Embiid win a championship as motivation.
The surprise trade that brought 2024 Finals MVP Jaylen Brown to Philadelphia factored into his choice.

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