LeBron James joins Philadelphia 76ers on two-year deal
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LeBron James has signed a two-year deal with the Philadelphia 76ers, saying he has decided to continue his NBA career after initially believing he may retire at the end of the season. The move is significant because James said he wants another chance to compete for a championship and believes he can help make Philadelphia a title-contending team.
James announced the decision on social media, describing it as his “last decision” and saying he still loves the game and has more to contribute. ESPN reported the contract is worth $8 million over two years, compared with nearly $53 million he earned with the Los Angeles Lakers last season; James also thanked Los Angeles, Miami and north-east Ohio.
- LeBron James joins the 76ers on a two-year deal.
- He says he wants another championship opportunity.
- The reported contract is worth $8 million.
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LeBron James is one of the most successful and well-known players in NBA history. He has won four league championships and has played for the Cleveland Cavaliers, Miami Heat and Los Angeles Lakers during a career that began in 2003.
The Philadelphia 76ers are an NBA team based in Pennsylvania and have been seeking another championship, having last won the title in 1983. Adding an experienced star can affect both a team’s chances on court and its profile across the league.
NBA contracts can vary widely in length and value, and established players sometimes accept lower salaries for personal or sporting reasons. James’s future has attracted particular attention because of his long career, continued high level of play and past comments about eventually retiring.
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Originally published by Deadline as “LeBron James Signs With Philadelphia 76ers As “Last Decision”: “I Am So Excited To Energize A New Fan Base””.