MN Timberwolves lose out on LeBron James after 76ers sign NBA legend with 2-year contract
Timberwolves make pitch to land LeBron James
Tim Connelly and LaMelo Ball spoke Tuesday about the possibility of LeBron James signing with the Timberwolves. Minnesota is one of five teams who have reportedly pitched to sign the NBA star.
MINNEAPOLIS (FOX 9) - The Minnesota Timberwolves will not get LeBron James after the NBA legend opted to sign with the Philadelphia 76ers.
The 41-year-old will join the Sixers in search of his fifth NBA Championship to round out his historic basketball resume.
LeBron James signing with Philadelphia 76ers
What they're saying:
James confirmed the news on X Friday morning, saying "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."
His full post can be read below:
What's next:
Details on when LeBron will be introduced have not yet been shared.
The backstory:
The Sixers will be the fourth team in LeBron's 23-year career, which started in Cleveland, then to Miami, then back to Cleveland, before heading to the Lakers for the last eight years.
He will join Joel Embiid, young guards Tyrese Maxey and VJ Edgecombe, and the newly acquired Jaylen Brown, to form one of the NBA's fiercest starting lineups.
LeBron's career resume speaks for itself, with four NBA Championships – each of which he won Finals MVP – and four league MVP awards. He's also been an NBA All-Star in 22 seasons and was named All-NBA First-Team 13 times.
The Source: This story uses information shared by LeBron James on his social media and FOX affiliate reporting.