American former NBA center, 21-season career, Hall of Fame
LeBron James has announced he will leave the Los Angeles Lakers, ending an eight-year stint that delivered a 2020 title. The 41-year-old will play his 24th NBA season elsewhere, with teams including the Warriors and Cavaliers cited as potential destinations. Free agency opens with mounting speculation about the next chapter in one of basketball’s greatest careers.
LeBron James has joined the Philadelphia 76ers for a two-year, $8 million deal, beginning his record-extending 24th NBA season. He has stated he is not chasing money or family, but aims to help the Sixers win a championship and energize a new fan base.