Los Angeles Lakers superstar LeBron James is considering ending his illustrious 20-year career after a four-game sweep of his team in the Western Conference Finals against the Denver Nuggets, as per Chris Haynes of Bleacher Report.
LeBron James is considering retirement, per B/R's @ChrisBHaynes
— Bleacher Report (@BleacherReport) May 23, 2023
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LeBron James Considering Retirement
In the post-game interview, James said that he has a lot to think about moving forward with the game of basketball. He also didn't want to label the season as a success because he only competes for championships at this stage of his career, as per a clip posted by ClutchPoints.
League sources told Bleacher Report and TNT that the all-time leading scorer in NBA history is not sure about returning to the Lakers for the 2023-24 NBA season. He is weighing his options at the moment.
James has two years remaining on his contract worth $97 million in salary, but the last year is a player option.
If the King decides to hang it up, he ends a magnificent 20-year career as a four-time NBA champion, four-time NBA Finals MVP, four-time NBA MVP, and the all-time leading scorer in regular season and playoff competition.
James defied expectations in Game 4, dropping a near triple-double with 40 points, 10 rebounds, and 9 assists in what could be his final game. He became the oldest player to score 40 points in a playoff game.
The 38-year-old set Crypto.com Arena on fire during the first half, scoring a career-high for a playoff half with 31 points on 11-of-13 shooting and 4-of-4 from long range.
Despite his magnificent game, he failed to convert two game-tying baskets in the final minute of the game, handing Denver the win.
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