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Sixers give 'King James' royal welcome to Philadelphia

After the Los Angeles Lakers were eliminated in the second round of the 2026 postseason, superstar LeBron James wrote that he was "done," but on Monday, the Philadelphia 76ers officially welcomed the four-time MVP and four-time NBA champion into the fold.

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The Austin Reaves and Luka Dončić bromance is still going strong this summer

NBA teams want their top two players to pair well together and have a ton of chemistry. Ideally, the two working as a unit makes them far greater than they are individually, and that bond results in a ton of winning.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Hoops Wire / July 27

New York living reportedly played role in LeBron James choosing Sixers

LeBron James chose the 76ers because he believes they give him his best chance at another championship. Apparently, geography didn’t hurt, either. A source told Marc Stein of The Stein Line that the opportunity to live in New York City and commute to Philadelphia played a role in James’ decision to sign with the Sixers.

NBA News / Yardbarker Quizzes

The 'Most NBA Finals points' quiz

How many of the players to score at least 500 points in their NBA Finals-career can you name in five minutes?

The '250 three-pointer NBA seasons' quiz

The '35 points after turning 35' quiz

The 'Youngest 35-point NBA games' quiz

NBA News / Yardbarker / July 27

One decision may have cost the Warriors a chance to get LeBron James

Did the Warriors scoff at a move that could have helped them land James?

How Celtics inadvertently helped 76ers land LeBron James

Report: NBA to max out LeBron James, 76ers' national TV games

Warriors may have a huge Steph Curry problem

Did one shot in NBA bubble help send LeBron James to 76ers?

The 'LeBron's championship teammates' quiz

NBA News / Yardbarker

20 NBA players who peaked in their 30s

An athlete's peak tends to coincide with the youthfulness of their 20s. Sometimes, though, that apex happens when they've had more time to marinate in experience, and that's sometimes true in the NBA.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Larry Brown Sports / July 27

LeBron James’ new jersey number has been revealed

LeBron James has been tied to two numbers throughout his career, and he has now decided which one he will wear with the Philadelphia 76ers. James is returning to his classic No.

LeBron James News / Hoops Wire / July 27

Sixers’ title hopes with LeBron James ‘all come down to Joel’

The 76ers landed LeBron James. Now they need Joel Embiid. That may be the simplest way to describe Philadelphia’s championship hopes after James chose the Sixers in free agency.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / July 27

Derek Fisher Defends LeBron James Amid Ring Chaser Allegations

Everyone had been waiting for LeBron James to make his free agency decision and now that the former Los Angeles Lakers superstar has chosen to sign with the Philadelphia 76ers, just about everyone has an opinion on that as well.

Walker Kessler News / Lakers Nation / July 27

Walker Kessler Would Rather Get Game-Winning Block Than Bucket

New Los Angeles Lakers center Walker Kessler is expected to have a huge impact on the team this season and in many years to come. Kessler will undoubtedly benefit offensively by playing alongside Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves, but where he thrives most is on the defensive end.

Los Angeles Lakers News / EssentiallySports / July 27

'Want Him to Go to the G League': Charles Barkley and Overly Critical NBA Legends Slammed Over LeBron James

In the middle of July, Charles Barkley insisted LeBron James had only one honorable choice left. Return to Cleveland and stop chasing stacked teams. Instead, LeBron made his long-awaited move to Philadelphia.

Lakers Around the Web

NBA offseason grades 2.0: 76ers get LeBron James and only A+, nobody is having a worse summer than the Cavs · CBSSports.com

The Eastern Conference has finally gained NBA supremacy, and LeBron James only cements that · CBSSports.com

The Eastern Conference has finally gained supremacy in the NBA, and LeBron James only cements that · CBSSports.com

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The 25 best NBA players to never play in college

Typically, the path to the NBA for most players is to spend at least a season in college to get high-level basketball and important development under their belts.

Magic Johnson News / Lakers Nation / July 27

Magic Johnson Pleased With Lakers’ Offseason Moves

When the Los Angeles Lakers take the court for the 2026-27 season, they will look much different than they did last season as they completely overhauled their roster.

Austin Reaves News / Lakers Nation / July 27

Austin Reaves Speaks On Offseason Focus

Perhaps the biggest move the Los Angeles Lakers made this summer was re-signing Austin Reaves to a new four-year contract. After playing on what was arguably the biggest bargain contract in the league, Reaves has now cashed in and will be a core member of this franchise for many years.