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Lakers' LeBron James gets major retirement update from The Athletic
TL;DR
LeBron James' retirement remains uncertain as he approaches the playoffs at 41 years old. A recent feature from The Athletic discusses his future with the Lakers.
Key points
- LeBron James is 41 years old.
- His retirement is uncertain as the playoffs begin.
- The Athletic published a feature on his future.
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LeBron James' future isn't yet decided.
But as the Los Angeles Lakers begin the playoffs this weekend, all eyes will again be on James as the now 41-year old legend approaches his retirement.
Whether that's this offseason or next, it can't be too far away.
The Athletic's Dan Woike and Sam Amick wrote a large feature about James on Friday in which they delve deeper into James' future.
This is what they wrote about the retirement outcome:
"Team and league sources granted anonymity to speak openly say James has made no decisions regarding his future; that retirement remains a real possibility. The notion that James would want a farewell tour — long cited as evidence that this season was not his last — is false, those sources said, with several sources even hearing that directly from James himself."
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It sounds like the Lakers would be open to having James back, too.
His contract is up at the end of the season, so he'll go into free agency with multiple options likely on his plate.
With L.A. this season, James has mostly proven wrong the idea that he couldn't defer to Luka Doncic and . But with that duo out to end the regular season and to start the playoffs, James is also proving that he can still play at the top of his game.
Q&A
What did The Athletic say about LeBron James' retirement plans?
The Athletic published a feature discussing LeBron James' uncertain future and potential retirement as he approaches the playoffs.
How old is LeBron James and when might he retire?
LeBron James is currently 41 years old, and speculation suggests he could retire either this offseason or next.
What are the implications of LeBron James' retirement for the Lakers?
LeBron's retirement could significantly impact the Lakers' roster and their performance in the NBA, especially as they enter the playoffs.
