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LeBron James Opts Into $52.6M Player Option, Secures Return for 23rd NBA Season

Retaining a no-trade clause, he plans to evaluate the Lakers’ key offseason acquisitions to test their title viability ahead of his retirement decision.

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LeBron James #23 of the Los Angeles Lakers looks on against the Minnesota Timberwolves prior to the start of the first quarter of Game Four of the First Round of the 2025 NBA Playoffs at Target Center on April 27, 2025 in Minneapolis, Minnesota. The Timberwolves defeated the Lakers 116-113 to take a 3-1 series lead.
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Overview

  • LeBron James exercised his $52.6 million player option for the 2025-26 season, avoiding free agency.
  • The 40-year-old will extend his career record by entering a 23rd NBA season with the Lakers.
  • His contract includes a no-trade clause, giving him full control over any potential franchise move.
  • James has resumed on-court activities after recovering from a Grade 2 MCL sprain sustained in May’s playoff opener.
  • He trained alongside his son Bronny during rehab and will monitor Los Angeles’ offseason roster moves to gauge his championship odds.