LeBron James is 39 years old and, despite his age, the legend is having another impressive season with the Los Angeles Lakers. Undoubtedly, the King is the main reason why they are still alive.
The Lakers had an extraordinary performance to beat the New Orleans Pelicans in the start of the play-in tournament to clinch a spot in the playoffs as the No.7 seed in the Western Conference.
Now, if LeBron wants to win his fifth NBA championship, the great challenge arrives in the first round against Nikola Jokic and the Denver Nuggets. A rematch of last year’s series.
Of course, if the star fails, the question is what will happen to his future. In a surprising statement, James has admitted that retirement is increasingly closer. Rarely had he spoken in this way before.
LeBron James finally spoke about retirement (Getty Images)
How much longer will LeBron James play basketball?
LeBron James was asked by reporters about how much longer he’ll play in the NBA. The answer has left millions of fans and the Los Angeles Lakers totally stunned.
“Not very long. I’m on the other side of the hill. I’m not going to play another 21 years. That’s for sure. Not very long. I don’t know when that door will close as far as when I retire, but I don’t have much time left.”
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Although LeBron may already be considering retirement, the only reason which could possibly delay that big decision is perhaps his son. For several months, the King has admitted that he would like to share the court with Bronny, although James doesn’t want the young USC prospect to compromise his own career for it. Only time will tell.
