James’ agent Rich Paul announced in June that his client was exercising his 2025-26 player option, which is worth roughly $53 million. Furthermore, the Lakers have also embraced the idea of building the team around All-Star guard Luka Doncic, who is only 26, while James is 40.

Speculation is heating up around LeBron James’ future with the Los Angeles Lakers. Recent reports claim that the four-time NBA champion could leave the franchise in search of a better title shot. As four teams already reached out to his agent,