LeBron James is set to stay with the Los Angeles Lakers for at least two more seasons, having agreed to a two-year, $104 million deal that includes a no-trade clause, according to multiple reports. This contract, which could see James earning around $50 million annually, secures his place in the team until he is 41. The Lakers also drafted his son, Bronny James, positioning them for a potential father-son pairing on the court.
In the 2023-24 season, James played in 71 games, becoming the NBA’s first player with 40,000 career points, though the Lakers had an inconsistent season, ending with a 47-35 record and an early playoff exit. Despite challenges, James continued to break records, maintaining a strong performance with averages of 25.7 points, 7.3 rebounds, and 8.3 assists per game as the league’s oldest active player.
The Lakers underwent significant changes in the offseason, including replacing coach Darvin Ham with former NBA player and analyst JJ Redick. While Redick’s appointment marks a unique turn for the team, the Lakers aim to build on their recent performance and past successes, hoping for a stronger showing in the upcoming seasons.
