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International Business Times UK
International Business Times UK
Rohit David

LeBron James Reportedly Takes 92% Pay Cut To Join Philadelphia 76ers After Earning $52.6 Million Last Season

LeBron James takes 92% pay cut for 76ers title bid after $52.6m season (Credit: Lebron Instagram account)

LeBron James has taken a 92 per cent pay cut to join the Philadelphia 76ers, signing a two-year deal worth $8 million (£6 million) after earning $52.6 million (£39.3 million) last season with the Los Angeles Lakers.

The move, confirmed on 24 July 2026, marks the largest single-season salary reduction in NBA history as the 41-year-old pursues a fifth championship in his record 24th season.

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