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LeBron James 'had visions' of joining Knicks over 76ers but changed mind after they won NBA championship

During his introductory media session on Monday wearing his new Philadelphia jersey, LeBron James revealed he originally contemplated signing with the New York Knicks to conclude his career at Madison Square Garden. Ultimately, he decided against the move because the franchise captured the most recent league championship, anticipating intense criticism from observers for joining a title-winning roster.

Instead, the veteran forward departed the Los Angeles Lakers after an eight-year tenure that included a 2020 title, accepting a bargain two-year deal worth $7.9 million to pursue another championship in Philadelphia alongside Jaylen Brown, Tyrese Maxey, Joel Embiid, and VJ Edgecombe.

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