Steve Lacy Sings LeBron James Tribute in Camden
The musician debuted a parody song honoring the star forward before his upcoming regular-season debut for the 76ers.
Updated on Oct. 16, 2026 in Basketball
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Musician Steve Lacy performed a tribute to LeBron James at a recent concert in Camden, New Jersey. The performance featured a parody of Lacy's song "Oh yeah?" with modified lyrics centered on the basketball star.
Why it matters
The tribute arrived just days before James is set to begin his tenure with the Philadelphia 76ers. The veteran forward joined the team during the 2026 offseason following his move to the organization.
LeBron James, now 41, signed an 8 million dollar deal over two years with the 76ers. He averaged 20.9 points per game during the 2025-26 season, a decline from his 24.4 points per game output in 2024-25.
The players
Steve Lacy
He is an American musician and record producer known for his solo work and as a member of the band The Internet.
LeBron James
He is an NBA player currently entering his 24th season in the league after signing with the Philadelphia 76ers.
The details
During the concert, Steve Lacy directed the Camden crowd to wave along as he replaced the refrain "Come on, come on, come on" with "LeBron, LeBron, LeBron." The parody served as a high-profile nod to the athlete ahead of his scheduled debut.
Timeline
July 24, 2026: LeBron James officially announced his move to the 76ers.
October 16, 2026: The article reporting the concert tribute was published.
October 20, 2026: LeBron James is scheduled to make his regular-season debut for the Philadelphia 76ers against the New York Knicks.
Season Trajectory
This move represents a major shift in the competitive balance for the Eastern Conference this season. The 76ers' acquisition of a veteran leader dramatically alters the team's playoff outlook and immediate rotation hierarchy.
James enters the 76ers' rotation as a 41-year-old starter after averaging 20.9 points per game last season. His performance against the New York Knicks will provide the first real data point for how he integrates into the current Philadelphia offensive scheme.
The takeaway
The viral tribute underscores the cultural significance of veteran stars even in the later stages of their careers. Fans should watch the upcoming debut to see if the statistical decline observed in the 2025-26 season continues in a new uniform.
What happens next
LeBron James will make his official regular-season debut for the Philadelphia 76ers against the New York Knicks on October 20, 2026.
Further reading
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Source note: This article includes information reported by ClutchPoints.
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