Overview

• James sprained a ligament in his left knee during April’s playoff loss to the Timberwolves and says it’s feeling “good” as he targets full strength by training camp in late September.
• He has until June 29 to decide on a player option worth more than $56.2 million and has indicated he plans to return for a record 23rd NBA season with the Lakers.
• James stars in Amazon’s new “What’s Next?” Prime Day commercial and continues to grow his men’s grooming line and “Mind the Game” podcast with Steve Nash.
• At age 39 last season, he averaged 24.4 points, 8.2 assists and 7.8 rebounds per game and earned All-NBA honors.
• He credits his wife Savannah and their three children, especially son Bronny with the Lakers and draft-eligible son Bryce, for encouraging him to keep pursuing his dream.