LeBron Defies Joakim’s Pay Cut Pitch | Philadelphia 76ers News

Joakim Noah once suggested LeBron James take a pay cut and return to Cleveland, calling it a solid finish despite the city’s lackluster vibe. But in July, LeBron stunned everyone by signing a two-year, $8M deal with the Sixers — a move that ignores Noah’s advice and their fiery 2015 playoff feud. Meanwhile, Cleveland’s rebuilding effort is gaining steam with big signings and a deep playoff run, even as ESPN predicts they’ll outperform Philly this season. And NBA Commissioner Adam Silver was eager for LeBron’s decision — it’s not just about legacy, it’s about scheduling the entire league. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/9f5d402877f887a8