LeBron James Using Helicopter to Commute from Philadelphia to New York After Joining 76ers
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Key Points:
- After his first training camp practice with the Philadelphia 76ers, LeBron James left the facility by helicopter, heading back to his home in New York.
- James plans to split his time between New York City and Philadelphia during the 2026-27 NBA season, managing the 95-mile commute between the two cities.
- The helicopter ride between New York and Philadelphia takes approximately 40-45 minutes, significantly shorter than the 90 minutes to two hours by car.
- Fans will see LeBron James play his first game with the Sixers on October 5, when Philadelphia hosts the New York Knicks in the preseason opener.
