# LeBron James Signs With 76ers for 24th Season

> LeBron James quashes retirement rumors as he starts 24th NBA season with Philadelphia 76ers.
- Title: LeBron James Signs With 76ers for 24th Season · Sky Sports
- Summary: LeBron James quashes retirement rumors as he starts 24th NBA season with Philadelphia 76ers. LeBron James signed a two-year $8m contract with the…
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- Source: Sky Sports — https://skysports.com/nba/news/12040/13592994/lebron-james-nba-legend-quashes-retirement-talk-as-he-gets-set-for-record-extending-24th-season-with-philadelphia-76ers
- Published: 2026-09-28T18:11:00+00:00
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## LeBron James Signs With 76ers
LeBron James has quashed retirement talk by signing with the Philadelphia 76ers for his record-extending 24th season this summer.
## 24th Season Contract Details
James signed a two-year $8m contract with a player option for next season, taking a pay cut from the Los Angeles Lakers.
## Philadelphia 76ers' Championship Drought
The 76ers haven't won an NBA title in 43 years, with James aiming to end the drought if they win this season.
## James' Motivation for Move
James wants to help Joel Embiid win his first championship ring and end the 76ers' 43-year championship drought.
## James' Current Focus
James said he's not focusing on his future but rather living in the moment, understanding he's in his 24th season.
## 76ers' Recent Performance
The 76ers went 45-37 last season and were swept in the second round by the New York Knicks.
## Key takeaway

LeBron James signed a two-year $8m contract with the Philadelphia 76ers for his record-extending 24th season, aiming to end the team's 43-year championship drought.