LeBron James' future with the Los Angeles Lakers has been a key talking point at NBA Summer League, especially with retirement looming.

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LeBron James is in the twilight of his career, and super agent Rich Paul shared his thoughts on what the NBA landscape will look like after James. James is 40

Speculation over LeBron James ’ future has intensified as he enters his 23rd NBA season. The 40-year-old opted into his $52.6 million player option for the 2025-26 season, marking the first time during his Los Angeles Lakers tenure that he didn’t sign a multi-year extension when faced with the ability to do so.

Growing speculation indicates that LeBron James may soon announce his retirement ahead of the next NBA season.

NBA legend LeBron James and the Los Angeles Lakers are not currently on the same page. James, 40, wants to compete for a championship next season and would like to see the Lakers trade their future draft picks this offseason for win-now players.

“Many around the league are beginning to connect the dots that James may not sign another contract with the Lakers because he may not sign another contract at all,” wrote reporter Brett Siegel, offering a possible explanation for the 40-year-old forward’s recent career decisions.

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