LeBron James on 76ers' Debut: 'You Guys Know Who I Am, Right?' Sixers Excited to Add NBA Great
James said he joined Philadelphia to bring championship experience and help a revamped roster chase an NBA title.
- On Monday, Sept. 28, 2026, LeBron James made his public debut in a Philadelphia 76ers uniform at the team's Camden, New Jersey training facility, officially beginning his record-extending 24th NBA season.
- James signed a two-year, $8 million veteran minimum contract with the 76ers, citing his close friendship with All-Star Tyrese Maxey as a primary factor in leaving the Los Angeles Lakers during free agency.
- He joins a revamped roster featuring 2023 MVP Joel Embiid, who debuted a noticeably slimmer physique, and Jaylen Brown as the 76ers pursue their first championship since 1983.
- Philadelphia opens the 2026-27 season on Oct. 20 against the reigning champion New York Knicks, marking the immediate test for James and the revamped roster's championship aspirations.
- Stating he did not leave his family "to lose in the second round," James emphasized his focus on the day-to-day process while pursuing a fifth career NBA title.
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LeBron James, no ID required, debuts in Philly duds
LeBron James made his first appearance in a Philadelphia 76ers uniform on Monday and made it clear he's not showing up just to absorb the spotlight or smile for cameras.When he took his seat at the dais before his media day press conference Monday in C...
Lebron James Doesn't Plan 'to Lose in the Second Round'
LeBron James took his seat and fidged with a microphone before he tossed his identification closet on the ground. "You guys know who I am, right?" James asked. He needed no introduction at the 76ers' media day in New Jersey on Monday, the AP reports. The most famous basketball player...
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Independent EspañolLeBron James took a seat and played with a microphone before throwing his badge to the ground.
LeBron James began his presentation at the new club with the phrase "you know who I am"
LeBron James began his presentation at the new club with the phrase "you know who I am"""The four-time NBA champion began the first press conference at the Philadelphia Seven Sixers by removing the sign with his name and saying, "You guys know who I...
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