Overview

• At Lakers media day, James said, “I’m not waiting on Bryce,” clarifying he will not extend his career to align with his younger son’s path to the league.
• James remains noncommittal about retirement beyond this season, saying he doesn’t know when it ends but that it is closer than before.
• He is under contract for 2025–26 via a player option and will play this season with the Lakers while leaving his future undecided.
• James said Luka Dončić’s presence, despite his excitement for their first full season together, will not influence his decision on whether to continue playing.
• Bryce James is a freshman at Arizona with an uncertain NBA timeline, and LeBron has already fulfilled the rare feat of sharing an NBA court with his older son, Bronny.