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NBA star LeBron James to join Philadelphia 76ers
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NBA star LeBron James has announced he will join the Philadelphia 76ers for his final professional contract. The 41-year-old leaves the Los Angeles Lakers after an eight-year tenure.
Why it matters
This is a major development in professional basketball, as one of the league's most iconic players moves to a new team for the final stage of his career.
By Grace Eliza Goodwin Published 24 July 2026, 17:02 BST Updated 22 minutes ago LeBron James has announced he will be joining the Philadelphia 76ers next season for what he says will be his final contract in the NBA.
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