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LeBron James signed a two-year deal worth about $7.9 million with Philadelphia, ending eight seasons with the Lakers, his longest run with any franchise. Lakers executive Rob Pelinka called that stretch "a great era."
Kentavious Caldwell-Pope is expected to sign with the Philadelphia 76ers after agreeing to a buyout with the Memphis Grizzlies, according to ESPN sources. The veteran guard would add perimeter shooting and defense to Philadelphia's rotation. The move has been reported but not yet formally completed.
LeBron James has decided to sign with the Philadelphia 76ers, a move that tilts the league's balance of power further toward the Eastern Conference. The accompanying conference power rankings measure Philadelphia's new-look roster against contenders such as the Knicks and Celtics. Contract details were not specified.
According to CBS Sports, LeBron James' contract with Philadelphia would pay him $3,876,529 in 2026-27, a figure below his rookie-year salary from 2003-04.
With LeBron James reportedly agreeing to sign with the 76ers, questions turn to what comes next for his son. Bronny James remains under contract with the Lakers, for now, though his situation could change.
LeBron James discussed why he chose to sign with the 76ers, saying he seriously considered retiring first. James indicated he ultimately wanted another opportunity to chase a championship in Philadelphia. The comments come from James himself rather than an insider report.
A ranking of LeBron James' remaining free agency suitors sorts them by which team suffers the most if he signs elsewhere. Minnesota, Philadelphia, Miami, Cleveland and Golden State are named as clubs still in the running while James takes his time on a decision, which has yet to be reported.
Dean Wade told ClutchPoints the 76ers pursued him aggressively from the start of free agency, calling repeatedly to show how much they wanted him.
Philadelphia has signed center Ariel Hukporti. No terms disclosed.
Anfernee Simons signed a two-year, $12.3 million deal with Philadelphia that includes a player option on the second season. The move follows a winding year that saw him traded from Portland to Boston, then to Chicago, before a wrist injury ended his season early.
