American NBA forward for the Cleveland Cavaliers
The Cavaliers have secured a multi-year deal with James Harden, including a player option for 2028-29 and a trade kicker, after Harden declined a $42.3 million option earlier this summer. The move follows Cleveland’s recent trades, including acquiring Peyton Watson from Denver. Harden has averaged 20.5 points and 7.7 assists in 26 games for Cleveland this season, and his career marks span 1,221 games across multiple teams.
LeBron James has joined the Philadelphia 76ers, signaling a major shift in the NBA landscape. The star’s arrival has driven ticket demand, boosted jersey sponsorships, and attracted national attention, with Bloom Energy initiating a patch deal worth over $30 million and a multi-million community investment. The Sixers are hosting 34 nationally televised games this season.
The Philadelphia 76ers have opened the NBA season with a 106-100 road win over the New York Knicks. LeBron James has joined Philadelphia, becoming the first player to start a 24th season with a new team. Tyrese Maxey led Philadelphia with 28 points; Jaylen Brown added 19 and Joel Embiid posted a double-double. The Sixers’ defense tightened in the second half as they rallied in Madison Square Garden.
The Sixers have opened their season with a 106-100 win, led by Tyrese Maxey and new co-stars LeBron James and Jaylen Brown, who join Philadelphia this season. Embiid posts a double-double as the team builds early chemistry, while coach and fans eye how the new roster will gel after offseason moves.