LeBron James uses a helicopter to travel from Philadelphia to New York after joining the 76ers

After completing his first training camp practice with the Philadelphia 76ers on Tuesday, LeBron James returned home to New York in style.

According to ESPN’s Dave McMenamin, James’ helicopter was heard taking off outside the Sixers’ practice facility while Anfernee Simons spoke to the media after Tuesday’s practice.

One of the questions that arose when James agreed to join the Sixers as a free agent this summer was where he would settle down.

It was confirmed Monday that James plans to split his time between New York and Philadelphia during the 2026-27 NBA season. The 95-mile journey can take about 90 minutes to two hours by car.

A helicopter flight between the two cities can take around 40-45 minutes.

Fans will get their first look at James in a game against the Sixers on October 5 when they host the reigning NBA champion New York Knicks in the preseason opener for both teams.

James’ first regular season game as a member of the 76ers will also be against the Knicks at Madison Square Garden on October 20.