LeBron James
ON THE RECORD · 15 verbatim quotes · every quote source-verified
“Still getting my rhythm, obviously just a little bit over two weeks with the new squad.”
LeBron James · said 2026-10-20 · reported 2026-10-21
James told NBC he was still adjusting to his new team after just over two weeks together.
“But I like the way we played. I think we played exceptionally well, especially defensively.”
LeBron James · said 2026-10-20 · reported 2026-10-21
James praised his team's performance, especially defensively, in the 76ers' season-opening win over the Knicks.
“I could be a lot better,”
LeBron James · said 2026-10-20 · reported 2026-10-21
James, 41 and entering a record-extending 24th NBA season with his fourth team, scored 14 points in the 76ers' 106-100 win over the Knicks.
“But it’s going to take some time. Tonight was a good sample size for us to build on.”
LeBron James · said 2026-10-08 · reported 2026-10-09
James discussed the process of building chemistry with his new 76ers teammates after their preseason loss to the Nets.
“doubled, tripled and quadrupled now that I’m here”
LeBron James · said date not stated · reported 2026-10-09
James acknowledged at the 76ers' media day that outside attention surrounding the team would increase with his arrival.
“Obviously, just wearing a new uniform, but the game is the game.”
LeBron James · said 2026-10-08 · reported 2026-10-09
James commented on playing his first preseason game for the Philadelphia 76ers after signing with the team in July.
“We’re still trying to put each other in a position to be successful and complement each other the best way we can out on the floor,”
LeBron James · said 2026-10-08 · reported 2026-10-09
James discussed the process of building chemistry with his new 76ers teammates after their preseason loss to the Nets.
“He ain’t been late, so stop the lie,”
LeBron James · said date not stated · reported 2026-10-09
James posted on Instagram to refute a report that he had admonished Joel Embiid for being late to a practice.
“It felt a little different,”
LeBron James · said 2026-10-08 · reported 2026-10-09
James commented on playing his first preseason game for the Philadelphia 76ers after signing with the team in July.
“What am I really playing for at this point? I still want to sacrifice. I still want to work. I still want to grind. I still want to compete, to win and to have a chance at the feeling of winning.”
LeBron James · said 2026-07-24 · reported 2026-07-25
James wrote about his continued desire to sacrifice, work, and compete for a championship.
“I still truly love this game, and I have more to give.”
LeBron James · said 2026-07-24 · reported 2026-07-25
James wrote that he still loved the game and had more to give after reconsidering retirement.
“Thank you LA. Miami I’ll forever love and Northeast Ohio will always home!”
LeBron James · said 2026-07-24 · reported 2026-07-25
James wrote thanking Los Angeles, Miami, and Northeast Ohio after choosing to sign with the 76ers.
“I was pretty sure I played my last game. I was honest at that last press conference when I said I needed to look at myself and decide if I still love this game,”
LeBron James · said 2026-07-24 · reported 2026-07-25
James wrote about his uncertainty regarding retirement after his 23rd NBA season ended.
“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,”
LeBron James · said 2026-07-24 · reported 2026-07-25
James made the announcement that he would join the 76ers on social media Friday.
“I’m not going for money. I’m not going for family,”
LeBron James · said 2026-07-24 · reported 2026-07-25
James wrote about his motivations for continuing his career with the 76ers.