Philly Radio: The Fanatic, 94WIP Go LeBron Crazy

Philadelphia's two major sports radio stations, 94WIP and 97.5 The Fanatic, erupted in celebration Friday after LeBron James agreed to a two-year, $8 million deal (with a player option) to join the 76ers. 

Hosts on both stations framed the move as one of the biggest moments in recent Philly sports history, highlighting the instant boost in energy, star power, and championship contention alongside Joel Embiid, Tyrese Maxey, Jaylen Brown, and VJ Edgecombe.

On 94WIP, the reaction was immediate and high-octane. Hosts described home games as set to become “bananas” and “a movie damn near every night,” with one calling it “one of the greatest days in Philadelphia sports history.” The station aired unfiltered breakdowns of the news, noting how James’ arrival transforms the franchise’s outlook after years without a title. Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro even joined the airwaves, proclaiming it “LeBron James Day” and expressing the statewide excitement. 

While some pre-signing segments had featured skepticism about media attention or fit, the post-announcement consensus leaned heavily into the upside. 

97.5 The Fanatic, the Sixers’ flagship station, matched the enthusiasm. The station posted rapid breaking-news updates, a celebratory “Bringing him to South Philly!” message, and a video urging fans to “Enjoy Every Second, LeBron James Is A 76er.” 

Hosts and the official account went live to react, reflecting the broader Philly sports community’s joy at landing the all-time leading scorer for what James himself called his “last decision.” The stations’ coverage aligned with the wider local frenzy—teammates, other Philly athletes, and fans flooding social media with celebrations—while focusing on on-air analysis of roster fit, title odds, and the electric atmosphere expected at the Wells Fargo Center. 

Both outlets treated the signing as a seismic, largely positive shift for a franchise seeking its first championship since 1983.