LeBron James and ESPN near deal for career documentary

LeBron James and ESPN are nearing an agreement on a major documentary series that would chronicle the final chapter of his legendary NBA career, with unprecedented behind-the-scenes access to his first season with the Philadelphia 76ers. The project, reported to be in the final stages of negotiation, is modeled after the successful format of "The Last Dance," the 2020 series that followed Michael Jordan and the Chicago Bulls.

According to reports, the series would blend newly filmed footage of James's 2026-27 season in Philadelphia with a vast archive of never-before-seen material collected throughout his career, dating back to his rookie year in 2003. A camera crew is expected to document James's integration into a star-heavy 76ers roster featuring Joel Embiid, Tyrese Maxey, and newly acquired Jaylen Brown, as the team pursues a championship. ESPN and a representative for James declined to comment on the report, and key details such as the release date, episode count, and financial terms remain undisclosed.

James officially joined the 76ers on July 24, signing a two-year contract worth roughly $8 million. He framed the move as his "last decision" in basketball, though he has...