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LeBron James says he will play with the Philadelphia 76ers next season

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LeBron James is heading to the Philadelphia 76ers.

41-year-old announced on social media Friday, saying it will be his 'last decision'

The Associated Press

·Posted: Jul 24, 2026 11:55 AM EDT | Last Updated: 2 minutes ago

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Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James stands on the court in the closing minutes of Game 4 in a second-round NBA basketball playoffs series against the Oklahoma City Thunder, Monday, May 11, 2026, in Los Angeles.

LeBron James announced Friday that he will play with the Philadelphia 76ers next season. (Mark J. Terrill/The Associated Press)

LeBron James is heading to the Philadelphia 76ers.

James made the announcement on social media Friday, saying it will be his "last decision" and that it comes after he strongly considered retirement.

"I believe I can help make the Philadelphia 76ers a championship team and I am so excited to energize a new fan base and start this incredible journey one last time," James said.

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