The Philadelphia 76ers have confirmed the signing of NBA superstar LeBron James. James announced on Friday that he was joining the 76ers next season for what he says will be his final contract in the NBA. The 41-year-old, the highest points scorer in the history of the league, left the Los Angeles Lakers after eight years last month. "I am thrilled to welcome LeBron James to the Philadelphia 76ers," ownership managing partner Josh Harris said in a statement. James helped the Cavs become NBA champions in 2016 and joined the Lakers in 2018, claiming another NBA title two years later.