.KingJames, 37, was set to become an unrestricted free agent following this season — his fifth since signing with the Lakers in 2018.
Lakers star LeBron James is eligible for a two-year contract extension starting Thursday. Will he seek the maximum or give L.A. a more favorable deal?
He won an NBA title in 2020, but the Lakers haven’t moved past the first round of the playoffs in any of his other seasons with the team.In 223 games with the Lakers, he’s averaged 27 points, 8.0 rebounds and 8.2 assists. James’ ability to become a free agent, should he exercise his player option in 2024, aligns with his stated desires to play with his son, Bronny James, should he be in the NBA.
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