LeBron James is still alive and well. The Los Angeles Lakers player has rekindled supporters’ expectations by implying a potential comeback next season as the NBA Finals draw to a dramatic close.
When the Lakers lost to the Minnesota Timberwolves in the opening round of the playoffs, “King” James’ season ended sooner than anticipated. The great forward’s knee injury at the end of the season made things worse.
🚨 LeBron James says his knee is ‘good,’ and he’s targeting 100% by training camp. He added that his kids want him to continue his dream:
“I have a lot of time to take care of my injury, my knee, the rest of my body and make sure I’m as close to 100 percent as possible when… pic.twitter.com/rV3nMCkb39
— Lakers Better (@LakersBetter) June 17, 2025
Most analysts believe James will exercise his player option, which would award him $52.6 million and guarantee his return to the Lakers for the 2025–2026 season, while he continues his recovery. The NBA legend is already planning for the upcoming season.
James’ latest remarks to the Associated Press make it plain that retirement is not yet an option, even if he has not formally confirmed his return.
But the four-time champion, who is 40 years old and starting his 23rd NBA season, admits that his career is coming to an end.
