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LeBron James is heading to the Philadelphia 76ers, saying it will be his ‘last decision’
Summary by The Miami Editorial Desk · Based on reporting by Litzy Grijalba , WSVN 7 News
· July 25, 2026
· 6 min read
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PHILADELPHIA (AP) — LeBron James’ first final decision was that he would retire. Weeks of deep reflection led him to change his mind, however, with all the familiar options in front of him to extend his career; a third trip with Cleveland, a second stop in Miami, maybe even stay in California for a
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Key takeaway The blaring headline in bold letters still seemed like a feverish dream to the bulk of a fan base that wasn’t even alive the last time the franchise won a title, but it’s true: LeBron James is heading to the Philadelphia 76ers.
Why this matters in The Miami
For Miami, LeBron James' decision to join the Philadelphia 76ers means the city will not get another chance to see him don the Heat jersey again. Although James considered a second stop in Miami, he ultimately chose a different path, leaving Heat fans to wonder what could have been. The fact that James was willing to take a significant pay cut to join the 76ers, signing a modest $8 million contract, suggests that his decision was driven by a desire to compete and win, rather than financial gain. As the Heat looks to the future, James' decision serves as a reminder that the team will need to look elsewhere for leadership and talent. Meanwhile, fans in Little Havana, Wynwood, and other Miami neighborhoods will have to watch from afar as James attempts to bring a championship to Philadelphia, a city that has not seen a title in decades.
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Category: arts ·
Published: July 25, 2026 ·
Source: WSVN 7 News ·
Reading time: 6 min
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What is this story about? PHILADELPHIA (AP) — LeBron James’ first final decision was that he would retire. Weeks of deep reflection led him to change his mind, however, with all the familiar options in front of him to extend his career; a third trip with Cleveland, a second stop in Miami, maybe even stay in California for a
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