Overview
- At Lakers media day, James confirmed he will play a record 23rd NBA season and will turn 41 in December.
- He reiterated that he does not know when he will retire, acknowledging the end is closer but offering no timetable.
- James said competing alongside Luka Dončić energizes him but will not influence when he walks away.
- He made clear he is not waiting to align his career with Bryce James, who is beginning his college season at Arizona.
- Coach JJ Redick said James will ramp up more slowly after overdoing last fall’s camp and is managing a mild glute nerve irritation, with an expected sit-out for the first preseason game.