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LeBron James not coming to Minnesota, picks Philadelphia 76ers saying it will be his ‘last decision’
Summary by The Minneapolis Editorial Desk · Based on reporting by Joseph Swanson , KSTP 5 Eyewitness News (ABC)
· July 24, 2026
· 2 min read
LeBron James is heading to the Philadelphia 76ers. James made the announcement on social media Friday, saying it will be his “last decision” and that it comes after he strongly considered retirement. “I believe I can help make the Philadelphia 76ers a championship team and I am so excited to ener...
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Key takeaway “I believe I can help make the Philadelphia 76ers a championship team and I am so excited to energize a new fan base and start this incredible journey one last time,” James said.
Why this matters in The Minneapolis
The decision by LeBron James to join the Philadelphia 76ers is a significant blow to local basketball fans who had hoped he would choose the Twin Cities as his next destination. For Minneapolis, this means another high-profile opportunity has passed the city by, leaving fans to wonder what could have been. The presence of a player like James would have not only brought excitement to the local team but also likely boosted attendance and revenue for area businesses. Now, the city's basketball enthusiasts will have to look elsewhere for a marquee player to rally behind. As the local team looks to the future, they will need to consider how to rebuild and attract top talent to compete with other major cities like Philadelphia. The question now is what's next for Minneapolis and how they can work to bring a championship-caliber team to the city.
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Category: local ·
Published: July 24, 2026 ·
Source: KSTP 5 Eyewitness News (ABC) ·
Reading time: 2 min
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What is this story about? LeBron James is heading to the Philadelphia 76ers. James made the announcement on social media Friday, saying it will be his “last decision” and that it comes after he strongly considered retirement. “I believe I can help make the Philadelphia 76ers a championship team and I am so excited to ener...
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