# Full Show: LeBron James Chooses the 76ers in a Historic Day for Philadelphia

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Podcast: [94WIP Middays with Hugh Douglas and Joe Giglio](https://stenobird.com/podcast/94wip-middays-with-hugh-douglas-and-joe-giglio-947819)
Published: 2026-07-24T18:45:11+00:00
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Duration seconds: 10773

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Hugh and Joe react to the monumental news of LeBron James signing a two-year deal with the 76ers, instantly making them favorites in the Eastern Conference. They also debate Nick Sirianni's ranking among NFL coaches and explore trade rumors regarding Byron Buxton and the Phillies. 02:00 - Friday Morning Introductions 07:15 - Evaluating Nick Sirianni's Success 12:45 - Coach Sirianni's Unorthodox Methods 18:30 - Fans Discuss Sirianni and Hurts 27:30 - Jalen Hurts and Statistical Impact 36:15 - Tri-Day Friday Movie Suggestions 43:45 - Hugh's Acting Career Banter 51:30 - Byron Buxton Trade Rumors 59:00 - Sneaking Into Movie Theaters 01:06:15 - Love Is Blind Philly Season 01:15:45 - Breaking: LeBron Signs with Sixers 01:25:00 - Championship Expectations for Sixers 01:40:30 - LeBron's Team-Friendly Deal 02:06:15 - Bob Myers and the Front Office 02:23:30 - Comparing LeBron to Tom Brady 02:40:00 - LeBron's Fit with Joel Embiid 02:53:30 - Governor Shapiro Proclaims LeBron Day 03:05:45 - New Sixers Anthem Discussion

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