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The Los Angeles Lakers experienced another disappointing season after being eliminated in the first round of the playoffs for the second consecutive year. Last season, they lost to Denver in five games; this year, Minnesota eliminated them in the same manner. This time, the disappointment stung deeper, especially after the blockbuster trade in February that brought Luka Doncic to LA in exchange for Anthony Davis, before the All-Star break. Fans and analysts alike had high hopes that the LeBron-Luka duo would at least advance past the opening round. However, with LeBron James entering the final year of his contract and approaching 41 years old, whispers of his retirement are growing louder, fueled by a cryptic video he posted on social media.
LeBron James Farewell Tour Looms
LeBron James is set to embark on his 23rd NBA season, matching the number on his jersey and breaking Vince Carter’s record for the most seasons played in league history. However, as he enters the final year of his contract, with a long career, an impressive list of records, and the unique achievement of playing with his son, Bronny, it seems that his retirement is near. Early this morning, LeBron posted a short video on his social media accounts that has everyone talking. In it, he’s surrounded by flashing cameras and reporters shouting questions. “Are the retirement rumors true? What’s next?”
Was it intentional? You bet. Posted after Game 4 of the NBA Finals, with only three days until Game 5 in Oklahoma City, LeBron knows how to stay in the spotlight. The Finals have been thrilling, but TV ratings are tanking and of course he knows it. His post has fans buzzing about his future instead. Is it just a slick ad for Nike or one of his other sponsors? Or is he hinting at a “last dance” in the NBA?
One thing’s for sure: If LeBron steps away, he won’t do so quietly. Like Kobe Bryant, Dwyane Wade, and Michael Jordan before him, he’ll have a farewell tour complete with tributes and gifts from rival teams and fans. His exit would mark the end of an era of excellence-he is arguably the greatest player ever, and to some, the best athlete basketball has ever seen.
A Unique Legacy in Numbers
Even in his 22nd season, LeBron James proved that he still has it. He played in 70 regular-season games and averaged 34.9 minutes (his second-lowest ever, behind the bubble season), 24.4 points (his second-lowest since his rookie year), 8.2 assists, and 7.8 rebounds. For this performance, he earned a spot on the Second All-NBA Team. This marks his 21st All-NBA selection, six more than legendary players like Kobe Bryant, Tim Duncan, and Kareem Abdul-Jabbar, who are second on the list. Only six other players in NBA history have reached 21 seasons, and LeBron is still performing at an elite level.
Last year, he extended his record for consecutive double-digit scoring games to 1,292, surpassed Jordan for the most career 30-point games (571) with 17 such performances, and became the oldest player to score 40+ points in a game. He scored 42 points against Golden State on February 6, at the age of 40 years and 38 days. He also remains the youngest player in league history to score 40+ at 19 years and 88 days during his rookie season (2003-04).
Looking ahead, LeBron may need to adjust his contract or accept a pay cut to avoid the luxury tax and enable the Lakers to build a team around him and Luka Doncic. With JJ Redick at the helm, the team just needs a solid center to compete in the tough Western Conference.
Could that bring Luka his first ring, LeBron his fifth, and the Lakers their 18th title, tying them with Boston? Only time will tell-but first, we’re waiting to see if that video hinted at retirement or if LeBron was just keeping us on our toes. Long live the King James!
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