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LeBron James just changed the Sixers’ championship outlook and the NBA is in trouble

Philadelphia went from an outsider to one of the teams expected to be in the title conversation

By Angel Nakamura · MARCA

Published: Saturday, 3 October 2026 at 2:24 PM

Key Things to Know

LeBron James' signing has shifted Philadelphia into a top championship contender, shortening their title odds to +900.
James signed a two-year, $8 million deal with the 76ers ahead of his 24th NBA season.
Philadelphia's new projected core includes James, Jaylen Brown, Joel Embiid, Tyrese Maxey, and VJ Edgecombe.

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The Philadelphia 76ers have significantly boosted their championship outlook following the addition of LeBron James on a two-year, $8 million contract. Joining an already reshaped roster that features recent acquisition Jaylen Brown alongside Joel Embiid and Tyrese Maxey, James has caused Philadelphia's 2027 NBA championship odds to surge to +900 after starting the offseason at 60-1.

Angel Nakamura notes that while the team now boasts immense star power, questions remain regarding on-court chemistry, managing the 41-year-old James' workload, and Embiid's ongoing health across an 82-game regular season.

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