Akron's LeBron James called Philadelphia "the city of champions" and discussed his mission with the 76ers on the podcast he co-hosts with Steve Nash.

PHILADELPHIA — LeBron James said his longstanding friendship with All-Star Tyrese Maxey and a desire to help Joel Embiid win his first NBA title played significant roles in his decision to sign a two-year, $8 million contract with the Philadelphia 76ers in July.

James offered his most in-depth comments yet on signing with Philadelphia as a free agent

Potentially the biggest storyline entering the NBA season this year is 41-year-old LeBron James, who joined the Philadelphia 76ers this offseason on a two-year, $8 million deal.James will now join forces with Tyrese Maxey,

LeBron James reportedly had several "lengthy" talks with Joel Embiid before deciding to sign with the Philadelphia 76ers this offseason, according to ESPN's Dave McMenamin.

This NBA offseason was hectic. It featured all-time greats like LeBron James and Giannis Antetokounmpo switching teams, the Kawhi Leonard […]

LeBron James is entering another chapter of his career with the Philadelphia 76ers , but the 41-year-old star remains motivated by the challenge that has followed him throughout his later years: Father Time.

LeBron James officially departed from the Los Angeles Lakers organization this summer. Rob Pelinka made his feelings known on Thursday about how he felt during James' tenure with the organization.