LeBron James Makes His 76ers Goal Very Clear With Closing Media Day Statement
NBA superstar LeBron James made his goals very clear during his closing statement at Philadelphia 76ers media day.
LeBron James made it abundantly clear during the 76ers' media day on Monday that his primary goal is to help the team win an NBA championship. Wearing his new Philadelphia uniform for the first time publicly, James signed a two-year, veteran minimum contract with the 76ers, signaling the end of his highly-publicized free agency process.
Speaking at the podium, James emphasized that for a team to achieve greatness, they must embrace discomfort and be comfortable being uncomfortable. He reiterated that he did not leave his family to settle for a second-round exit and that he is prepared to put in the necessary work. The 76ers, now bolstered by the addition of James and former Boston Celtics star Jaylen Brown, boast a talented roster that includes Joel Embiid, Tyrese Maxey, and VJ Edgecombe.
At 41 years old, James continues to perform at an elite level, averaging 20.9 points, 7.2 assists, and 6.1 rebounds per game in his final season with the Los Angeles Lakers. The 76ers will kick off their 2026-27 regular-season campaign against the reigning NBA champions, the New York Knicks, on October 20.
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