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Lakers’ star LeBron James may not be returning to the team at the start of the 2023-24 NBA season. According to league sources cited by Bleacher Report and TNT<\/a>, the legend is considering retirement.<\/p>\n

After a 20-year NBA career crowned by four championships, LeBron’s future has come under scrutiny following a crushing 4-0 defeat to the Denver Nuggets in the Western Conference Finals.<\/p>\n

James, who still has two years and $97 million remaining on his contract with the Lakers, is reportedly taking time to deliberate whether to return for his 21st season. His contract’s final year is a player option.<\/p>\n

Entering the 2023 offseason, the Los Angeles Lakers have $29.6 million in practical cap space, according to Spotrac. Currently, only six players are officially contracted for the 2023-24 season, including James, Davis, Vanderbilt, Beasley, and Mo Bamba.<\/p>\n

LeBron has frequently voiced his desire to play in the league with his son, Bronny, who is projected to be part of the 2024 NBA Draft class. This could be another factor influencing his ultimate decision.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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