LeBron James joins Philadelphia 76ers for record 24th NBA season

Published Jul 24, 03:42 PM UTC

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LeBron James, the NBA's all-time leading scorer, announced on Friday that he will join the Philadelphia 76ers for his record-extending 24th season. In a post on X, James expressed his belief that he can help make the 76ers a championship team and said he is excited to energize a new fan base for what he described as 'one last time.' The move brings the veteran superstar back to the East Coast after his tenure with the Los Angeles Lakers. The announcement was made on July 24, 2026, and marks a significant shift in the NBA landscape as James continues his historic career.

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