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LeBron Keeps Retirement Open, Says Luka and Bryce Won’t Dictate His Timeline

The 40-year-old begins a record 23rd season on an expiring $52.6 million deal with the Lakers.

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Lebron James speaks onstage during Fanatics Fest NYC 2025 at Javits Center on June 21, 2025 in New York City.
Apr 30, 2025; Los Angeles, California, USA; Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James (23) controls the ball against Minnesota Timberwolves guard Nickeil Alexander-Walker (9) during the first half in game five of first round for the 2025 NBA Playoffs at Crypto.com Arena. Mandatory Credit: Gary A. Vasquez-Imagn Images/ File Photo

Overview

  • At Lakers media day, LeBron James said he has not decided when he will retire and emphasized enjoying the 2025-26 season.
  • He made clear he will not extend his career to try to play with his younger son, Bryce James.
  • James said Luka Dončić will have zero influence on how long he plays, though he finds playing alongside him highly motivating.
  • He enters the year on an expiring $52.6 million contract and would become an unrestricted free agent after the season.
  • Head coach JJ Redick said James is in a great spot mentally, as Los Angeles moves forward with Dončić and additions Marcus Smart and Deandre Ayton.