Mind The Game (DR)

Even though this probably isn’t his last season in the NBA, LeBron James knows the end is coming with the Lakers.

There’s a lot of talk about his retirement, but the King is also thinking about what he’ll do afterward. And a plan already seems to be in place.

While he will celebrate his 40th birthday in December, LeBron James continues to be one of the best players in the NBA right now.

That’s why the Lakers still have the ambition to win the title with him, not to mention Anthony Davis.

But is that enough, or are the Angelinos wrong to bet everything on a player close to retirement?

This is a debate that deserves reflection for many fans. Because if James remains an exceptional player, there is no room for error in the playoffs and when we see the Lakers roster, it is clear that the gaps are there. In any case, count on the Akron native to give his all for this season, which should not however be his last.

Any specific plan for LeBron after retirement?

For the moment, the King has not confirmed this theory, but a journalist already mentioned a possible farewell tour across the league for his last campaign.

LeBron would therefore have to confirm his retirement before the restart, which is not currently the case. We would start with another season in 2025 according to Shams Charania, without knowing what he will do next.

Because once retired, each player has a different vision. JJ Redick became a coach, others are more discreet like Tim Duncan, while some like the role of consultant.

We lean towards the last option according to the admission of James, who spoke on the GoJo and Golic show before the Lakers ‘ return .

LeBron James on what he’ll do after retirement : “You know, I don’t know right now. I love sports so that would be awesome.

I see Tom Brady doing it, and he’s been great in that role so far. I think we’ll see.”

Tom Brady has stayed in the NFL world after his retirement, which is a good thing for the sport. The American football legend continues to share his expertise with fans and that is important, so much so that LeBron is thinking about doing the same.

No, he would not have planned to disappear from the world of basketball and that is a first piece of good news.

James : “I could do that, even if it’s one or two appearances when my career is over. It’s always nice to give back to a sport that has given me so much. If it’s basketball, football, whatever, I love the word sport because it’s given me so much and my family so much. It only seems right that I give back.”

A LeBron James soon to be a consultant or commentator for a match or two? Not impossible for the King, who in any case wants to stay around once he retires. A good thing for the fans, especially given his knowledge.