LeBron James Reveals What Bronny Thinks About Big Career Decision originally appeared on Athlon Sports. Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James, 40, has a big decision to make this offseason about his future with the Lakers.

While Los Angeles Lakers star LeBron James knows the end of his legendary NBA career is drawing nearer, he's thankful he isn't feeling any outside pressure to retire.

On Tuesday, James made a major statement about his future with the Lakers and in the NBA while speaking with the Associated Press’ Jonathan Landrum Jr. “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% as possible when training camp begins in late September,” James said.

Los Angeles Lakers All-Star LeBron James' children delivered a clear message to him about potentially retiring.

Los Angeles Lakers star LeBron James has been in the NBA since 2003. If he plays next season (which he’s expected to do), James will become the first player

LeBron James entered the NBA in 2003 straight out of high school. The Cleveland Cavaliers drafted him with the No. 1 overall pick in the loaded 2003 NBA Draft, which featured Hall of Famers Carmelo Anthony, Dwyane Wade and Chris Bosh.

LeBron James opened up about an injury he picked up during the 2025 NBA Playoffs series between the Lakers and the Timberwolves.