Overview

• LeBron James has not announced whether he will retire or continue playing, stating he has yet to discuss his future with his family.
• James holds a $52.6 million player option for the 2025–26 season, but many predict he will opt out to sign a two-year, $105 million deal with a player option for the second year.
• The Lakers were eliminated in the first round of the NBA Playoffs by the Minnesota Timberwolves, intensifying focus on James' decision and the team's offseason plans.
• An NBA insider reports that James' knee injury, sustained late in the season, is expected to fully heal during the offseason without affecting his performance next year.
• James, who averaged 24.4 points, 8.2 assists, and 7.8 rebounds this season, continues to weigh his options, with many speculating he aims to play alongside his sons in the future.