Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro personally pitched NBA superstar LeBron James on joining the Philadelphia 76ers, a meeting that left the governor starstruck, according to reports.
The pitch comes as James enters free agency this offseason, with the 76ers among the teams vying for his signature. Shapiro, a known basketball enthusiast, reportedly made a direct appeal highlighting the franchise's history and the city's passionate fan base.
Details of the conversation remain private, but sources indicate the governor emphasized the opportunity for James to add another championship to his legacy in Philadelphia.
The 76ers have not commented on the meeting, while James' representatives have not disclosed his leanings.
