76ers Fans Have Rockets to Thank for LeBron James, Rich Paul Says
Summary
LeBron James decided to continue playing basketball and signed a two-year contract with the Philadelphia 76ers. His agent, Rich Paul, said that the 76ers fans should thank the Houston Rockets for convincing James to keep playing after their playoff series earlier in the year.Key Facts
- LeBron James, 41, led the Lakers past the Rockets in the first round of the NBA playoffs this spring.
- Rich Paul, LeBron’s agent, believes that winning against the Rockets convinced LeBron to continue playing.
- The Lakers were later swept by the Oklahoma City Thunder, ending LeBron’s time in Los Angeles.
- On July 24, LeBron announced he signed a two-year, $8 million contract with the Philadelphia 76ers.
- LeBron originally thought he was done playing after the season but changed his mind after reflection.
- He believes he can help the 76ers win a championship, which they have not won since 1983.
- If successful, LeBron would become the first player to win four NBA championships with four different teams.
- The trade of Jaylen Brown to the 76ers may have influenced LeBron’s decision to join Philadelphia.
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