The suspense of James contract is revealed! The Lakers have no intention of renewing the contract in advance, will Legend Season 23 become the end?

July 5th According to the latest report by Lakers veteran team reporter Daniel Starkand, the Lakers management has recently made a key decision about LeBron James' future: the team has not provided the superstar with any new contract renewal beyond the term of its existing contract. This means that if there are no subsequent changes, James' current contract will officially expire after the end of the 2025-26 season.

Once this contract is fulfilled, the 2025-26 season will be James' 23rd season in the NBA. He will make history without any suspense and become the first player in the league to reach this long season milestone.

Despite being in the twilight years of his career, James' competitive state this season is still amazing. During the regular season, he played 70 games, averaging 34.9 minutes per game, effectively contributing comprehensive data of 24.4 points, 7.8 rebounds and 8.2 assists, plus 1 steal and 0.6 blocks, his shooting percentage remained at 51.3%, his three-point shooting percentage reached 37.6%, and his free throw shooting percentage was 78.2%.

Entering the more competitive playoffs, the 40-year-old James has improved his personal performance again. In the five fierce battles in the first round, his average playing time soared to 40.7 minutes, handing out amazing answers of 25.4 points, 9 rebounds, 5.6 assists, 2 steals and 1.8 blocks, with a shooting percentage of 48.9%, a three-point shooting percentage of 35.7%, and a free throw shooting percentage of 77.5%. Both ends of the offense and defense showed a huge influence on the team.