Philadelphia reacts to LeBron James joining Sixers: 'Welcome to Philly'
LeBron James signs with Sixers: Philly reacts
FOX 29’s Jenn Frederick is joined by Mike Jerrick and Judayah Murray to discuss how people are reacting to the news of LeBron James signing with the Philadelphia 76ers.
PHILADELPHIA - In a move that shook the basketball world, LeBron James has officially announced he is signing a deal with the Philadelphia 76ers. The announcement sent shockwaves through the city, prompting reactions from his new teammates, Philadelphia legends and state leadership.
Tyrese Maxey
The Sixers point guard posted to his Instagram story with the most relatable reaction. "Ahh! What?! What?! What?" the star screamed from the floor of a gym with the caption, "I'm like Coach Cal."
Jaylen Brown
The 76ers guard posted a simple reaction on X with the hashtag "throw the ball up."
Joel Embiid
The Sixers forward and center has yet to react, but one of his tweets from a decade ago is going viral once again.
Saquon Barkley
The Eagles star welcomes LeBron James to Philadelphia with an open golf invitation.
Gov. Josh Shapiro
The Pennsylvania governor celebrated the news by proclaiming July 24 as "LeBron James Day" in Pennsylvania.
Dawn Staley
Former Temple University basketball coach and basketball legend, Dawn Staley, couldn't be more excited for her hometown.
Philadelphia Union
Philadelphia's professional soccer club also offered the NBA legend an open invitation.
Philadelphia billboards
Billboards are also popping up across Philadelphia welcoming LeBron James.
Merriam-Webster
Even the Merriam-Webster Dictionary got in on the excitement, citing LeBron James' viral moment when he mentioned "trust the process" at Fanatics Fest in New York.
Philadelphia International Airport
Philadelphia Police Department