LeBron James names Philadelphia 76ers his next NBA home as new teammates react
NBA legend LeBron James has announced he is joining the Philadelphia 76ers for the upcoming season after considering retirement. He will sign a two-year veteran minimum contract, stating his desire to help the team win a championship.
Why it matters
Marks a significant shift in the NBA landscape as one of the league's most prominent figures moves to a new franchise at the end of his career.
LeBron James has announced via social media that he is signing with Philadelphia. ( Getty Images: Roy Rochlin )
NBA legend LeBron James has shocked the basketball world after announcing he is moving to Philadelphia.
James had been expected to go back to Cleveland or Miami after announcing he was leaving the Los Angeles Lakers.
James is expected to take a massive pay cut to play in the next NBA season.
Link copied Share Share article LeBron James's first "final" decision was that he would retire.
Weeks of deep reflection led him to change his mind, however, with all the familiar options in front of him to extend his career; a third trip with Cleveland, a second stop in Miami, maybe even stay in California for a high-profile union in Golden State.
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