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ICYMI: LeBron James Joins Philadelphia 76ers on Two-Year Deal

July 26, 2026
ICYMI: LeBron James Joins Philadelphia 76ers on Two-Year Deal

In a major NBA free agency move, LeBron James has agreed to a two-year, $8 million contract with the Philadelphia 76ers. The agreement includes a player option for the second year, offering the 41-year-old superstar flexibility while providing Philadelphia with valuable salary cap room.

Entering a record 24th NBA season after eight years with the Los Angeles Lakers, the league’s all-time leading scorer confirmed the decision on social media, emphasizing that his choice was driven purely by championship ambition rather than finances.

James’ signing instantly positions Philadelphia as a top title contender, pairing James with an elite star core:

  • Joel Embiid: Former MVP and premier interior anchor.
  • Tyrese Maxey: All-Star guard and dynamic playmaker.
  • Jaylen Brown: Newly acquired All-Star wing offering high-caliber two-way performance.

“I still want to sacrifice. I still want to work. I still want to grind. I still want to compete, to win and to have a chance at the feeling of winning another championship.” James shared on social media regarding his choice.

By bringing his veteran leadership to the City of Brotherly Love, James aims to end Philadelphia’s title drought and capture the fifth championship ring of his career.

76ers Make History with Game 7 Comeback Over Celtics (109 – 100)

May 3, 2026

The Philadelphia 76ers etched their names into the record books on Saturday night, defeating the Boston Celtics 109–100 at TD Garden. Facing a 3–1 series deficit, the No. 7 seed Sixers became just the 14th team in NBA history to complete such a comeback.

Joel Embiid and Tyrese Maxey delivered an all-time Game 7 performance on May 2, 2026.

Embiid finished with 34 PTS, 12 REB, while Maxey added 30 PTS, 11 REB, as the duo made NBA history.

They are just the 3rd duo EVER to each record 30+ PTS and 10+ REB in a Game 7, joining:

Kobe Bryant & Shaquille O’Neal (2002)
Dolph Schayes & George Yardley (1959)

Even more impressive—they’re the ONLY duo of the three where BOTH players also recorded 5+ AST.

A historic Game 7 showing from Philadelphia’s stars.

Joel Embiid dominated with 34 points, 12 rebounds and 6 assists, while Tyrese Maxey added 30 points, 11 rebounds and 7 assists. The duo made history as the first pair to each record at least 25 points, 10 rebounds, and 5 assists in a Game 7. Boston, playing without Jayson Tatum, saw a 33-point effort from Jaylen Brown but ultimately fell short. Philadelphia now advances to face the New York Knicks in the Eastern Conference semifinals.

Warriors lose to the Embiid-less 76ers (126-119)

March 2, 2025

The Philadelphia 76ers broke their nine-game losing streak with a 126-119 victory over the Golden State Warriors on Saturday night, in a game where Joel Embiid wearing street clothes and will be out for the rest of the season due to left knee injury.

The Sixers was lead by Quentin Grimes who scored a career-high 44 points, making 6-of-9 three pointers, and 6 rebounds. Kelly Oubre Jr. and Guerschon Yabusele both added 20 points and 18 points, respectively.

It was a close game in the first half but the 76ers were able to build a 15-point lead coming in to the second half but the Warriors was able to tie the game (116-116) with 2 mins remaining in the game but due to some unforced error, the 76ers kept their lead to get the win. The Warriors was without Jimmy Butler due back spasms, Curry scored a team high of 29 points, with a “rare” dunk midway through the fourth quarter. Quinten Post added 16 points and 9 rebounds. The loss ended the Warriors’ 5-game winning streak.

The Warriors will visit Charlotte, and Philadelphia hosts Portland this Monday evening.