LeBron James might leave Lakers soon, says Brian Windhorst, an NBA expert. Windhorst thinks James won’t take the $51 million deal and will ask for a no-trade clause in a new contract with Lakers.
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James, the oldest NBA player, aims to stay a top scorer for Lakers next season. He’s doing great this season with an average of 25.4 points, 7.2 rebounds, and 8.2 assists. The Lakers are playing well too but are stuck at No. 9 in the tough Western Conference.
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The future is unclear for James, especially with his son Bronny entering the NBA Draft. If another team drafts Bronny, they might try to tempt James away from Lakers.
LeBron James Likely to End Career with Lakers
Experts believe James will finish his career with Lakers. He’s comfortable with the team after six years and might sign a three-year contract extension, giving him the chance to retire with Lakers.
Lakers insider Jovan Buha thinks James will sign a three-year deal with a player option for the last year. This would let James decide if he wants to retire with the team or not.
Bronny James Could Influence LeBron James’s Decision
If Lakers want to keep James, they need to get his son Bronny on the team. It’s a big dream for James to play alongside his son.
The Lakers also need to convince D’Angelo Russell to stay and perform well in the playoffs to secure James’ future with the team.
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