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NBA: LeBron James Signs With Philadelphia 76ers

Is this LeBron's smartest career move or the biggest gamble of his storied legacy?

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NBA: LeBron James Signs With Philadelphia 76ers

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Above: LeBron James of the Los Angeles Lakers and V.J Edgecombe of the Philadelphia 76ers in Los Angeles, California, on Feb. 5. Image credit: Allen Berezovsky/Getty Images

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Narrative A

LeBron James signing with the 76ers is the smartest move of his career — Philly already has the pieces to compete at the highest level. Every other team on his list needed more than just LeBron to become a contender, but the Sixers are built to win now. This is a genuine championship run.

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Narrative B

Betting a legacy on Joel Embiid's playoff health is the biggest gamble LeBron has ever taken, and the pressure on this Sixers franchise has never been more intense. A team that hasn't won since 1983 now carries the weight of championship expectations on day one. The upside is real, but so is the very distinct possibility this ends in heartbreak and is derided as cynical ring-chasing.

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