# LeBron James Joins Sixers

> LeBron James picks Philadelphia over Miami, Cleveland, and Golden State for Sixers.
- Title: LeBron James Joins Sixers · PhillyVoice | Shortify
- Summary: LeBron James picks Philadelphia over Miami, Cleveland, and Golden State for Sixers. LeBron James chose the Sixers over other teams to join Philadelphia for…
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- Published: 2026-09-28T19:00:49.242+00:00
- Read time: 1 min
- Topics: lebron james, sixers, tyrese maxey, joel embiid, nba, 2026-27 season, philly, news, local
## LeBron James' decision
LeBron James chose Philadelphia for the 2026-27 NBA season.

> I didn't leave my family to lose in the second round
## James' team selection
James picked the Sixers after months of speculation.
## James' relationship with Maxey
James has a strong relationship with Tyrese Maxey.

> I have a really, really good, I don't want to say good, great relationship with Tyrese
## Maxey's role
Maxey will play off the ball more with James.

> I think I'm pretty comfortable playing in any type of situation at this point
## Embiid's health
Embiid needs to stay healthy for the season.

> Joel is one of the most talented guys that we have in the world
## Team strength
Sixers have James, Brown, Maxey, Embiid, and Edgecombe.
## James' expectations
James wants to win a championship with the Sixers.

> The work needs to be done, and I'm ready to put the work in
## Team challenges
Sixers face tough competition in the Eastern Conference.
## James' experience
James has experience with team changes.
## Team readiness
Sixers need to improve daily to win.

> One percent better every day
## James' quote
James says he didn't leave his family to lose in the second round.

> I didn't leave my family to lose in the second round
## Team future
Sixers aim to win a championship with James.
## Next steps
Sixers start the 2026-27 season with challenges.
## What happens next
Sixers work to win the championship.
## Key takeaway

LeBron James chose the Sixers over other teams to join Philadelphia for the 2026-27 NBA season.