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76ers celebrate James’ arrival with coronation photo fit for basketball’s King

Washington's Top News (WTOP) and WPVI / 6abc Philadelphia describe the same event in different terms.

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What happened PHILADELPHIA (AP) — The Philadelphia 76ers sent the message that Le Bron James was indeed — officially and perhaps amazingly —….
The headline split Washington's Top News (WTOP) frames it as "76ers celebrate James’ arrival with coronation photo fit for basketball’s King". WPVI / 6abc Philadelphia frames it as "Philly fans rejoice! Celebrate Le Bron's arrival with must-have 76ers gear".
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Washington's Top News (WTOP)News report · Jul 27, 3:21 PM

76ers celebrate James’ arrival with coronation photo fit for basketball’s King

PHILADELPHIA (AP) — The Philadelphia 76ers sent the message that Le Bron James was indeed — officially and perhaps amazingly —…

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WPVI / 6abc PhiladelphiaNews report · Jul 27, 3:38 PM

Le Bron James to continue wearing No. 23 as Philadelphia 76er, team announces

The Philadelphia 76ers have officially announced the addition of Le Bron James, adding that the six-foot-nine forward will continue to wear No. 23.

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WPLG Local 10 (Berkshire/Graham, Miami)News report · Jul 27, 3:20 PM

76ers celebrate James' arrival with coronation photo fit for basketball's King

PHILADELPHIA (AP) — The Philadelphia 76ers sent the message that Le Bron James was indeed — officially and perhaps amazingly — on the roster with a straightforward photo:

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WPVI / 6abc PhiladelphiaNews report · Jul 27, 3:14 PM

Philly fans rejoice! Celebrate Le Bron's arrival with must-have 76ers gear

Get ready, Philadelphia: Grab the Le Bron James Sixers merch every fan needs.

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Jul 27, 3:14 PM: WPVI / 6abc Philadelphia joined the source map.

Jul 27, 3:20 PM: WPLG Local 10 (Berkshire/Graham, Miami) joined the source map.

Jul 27, 3:21 PM: Washington's Top News (WTOP) joined the source map.

Jul 27, 3:38 PM: WPVI / 6abc Philadelphia joined the source map.

Now: score hidden until the source match is cleaner. Story health is developing · 4 sources · 1 bucket.