LeBron James’ future is up for debate again, this time answering the question about whether he actually wants a retirement tour.
James is not seeking a farewell tour season, according to Dan Woike and Sam Amick of The Athletic. James himself has allegedly told that to people close to him, and retirement at the end of this season remains a “real possibility.”
There also remains a lack of clarity regarding whether James will stay with the Lakers even if he does continue to play. The team’s strong play in March suggested to James that he might actually be able to remain with the Lakers, as winning remains his top priority if he does continue his career. This was whispered about in late March, before injuries to Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves threatened the team’s season.
The Lakers can still offer James the most money, but the Golden State Warriors and Cleveland Cavaliers have been linked to him anyway. Some other teams have also been whispered about, but nowhere near as seriously.
Even at 41, James remains a threat whenever he is on the court. He averaged 20.9 points and 7.2 assists per game on the season.
