LeBron James is headed to Philadelphia, adding another historic chapter to his legendary NBA career.
According to ESPN, which first reported the news, James has agreed to a two-year, $8 million contract with the Philadelphia 76ers that includes a player option for the second season. ESPN’s Shams Charania reported the agreement Friday, citing Klutch Sports Group CEO Rich Paul.
The move makes Philadelphia the fourth franchise James has represented during his 24-year NBA career, joining the Cleveland Cavaliers, Miami Heat and Los Angeles Lakers.
Now entering his record-setting 24th NBA season at age 41, James will look to capture what would be his fifth NBA championship while helping the 76ers pursue their first league title since 1983. A championship in Philadelphia would end a 43-year drought for the franchise, similar to the role James played in 2016 when he led the Cleveland Cavaliers to their first NBA championship, ending the city’s 52-year title drought.
James’ decision also carries added significance because it could represent the final free agency move of his career. As one of the most accomplished players in NBA history, he continues to add milestones while extending a career that has spanned more than two decades.
The signing instantly makes Philadelphia one of the league’s biggest storylines heading into the 2026-27 NBA season as James joins a franchise eager to return to championship contention.
This story was first reported by ESPN’s Shams Charania.
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