Ric Flair Leaves Lakers Nation, Supports LeBron James Signing With Philadelphia

Ric Flair has pledged his support to the Philadelphia 76ers and LeBron James.

Months after criticizing Luka Doncic for not playing through a hamstring injury because he wanted to see the Los Angeles Lakers succeed in the playoffs, Flair has now jumped ship and is throwing his support behind the Philadelphia 76ers.

All in the name of “The King” LeBron James.

Flair noted he is friends with 76ers legends Charles Barkley and Allen Iverson.

I Have Just Officially Become A Philadelphia 76ers @sixers Fan. The Home Of One Of My Closest Friends, Sir Charles Barkley, Who I Met When He Played For The 76ers! Also My Running Mate @alleniverson, And Now @KingJames! WOOOOO! pic.twitter.com/jsz38QDsXD

— Ric Flair® (@RicFlairNatrBoy) July 24, 2026

James officially signed with the 76ers on Friday, over three weeks after telling the Lakers that he would not be returning to the team for his ninth season.

James will join wrestling fan Joel Embiid in Philly.