Is This LeBron James’ Final Season? An Epic Farewell Awaits Fans in 2024-25!
The 2024-25 NBA season promises to be monumental for LeBron James fans. As the record 20-time NBA All-Star embarks on his 22nd year in the league, he not only aims to tie the legendary Vince Carter for the most seasons played in NBA history, but he also prepares to share the court with his son, Bronny James. This scenario has sparked widespread speculation about whether this season will mark LeBron’s last.
Entering the season as the oldest player in the NBA, LeBron will celebrate his 40th birthday, yet he continues to showcase remarkable athleticism and skill. During the 2024 Paris Olympics, when asked about his retirement plans, LeBron remarked, “I don’t get asked that much, to be honest. Everyone expects me to play 10 more years for some odd reason.”
Despite his longevity and consistent performance, fans are left wondering how much longer the Lakers superstar will grace the NBA courts.
A Look Back at LeBron’s 2024 Season
In the previous season, LeBron averaged an impressive 25.7 points, 8.3 assists, and 7.3 rebounds across 71 games for the Lakers. His leadership helped guide the team to 47 wins, securing the eighth seed in the Western Conference. Unfortunately, the team faced a disappointing first-round exit against the Denver Nuggets during the 2024 NBA Playoffs. However, LeBron shined as a key member of Team USA, which clinched gold alongside stars like Stephen Curry and Kevin Durant. Additionally, his long-time dream came true when the Lakers drafted Bronny James in the second round this summer.
Will This Be LeBron’s Last NBA Season?
During the Lakers’ media day, fans were treated to their first glimpse of LeBron and Bronny together in Lakers jerseys. When asked if he had anything left to achieve in the NBA, the 39-year-old replied, “Is there anything else left for me to do as a basketball player? No, no. Everything else is extra credit, [but] I’ll take it. I love it. I love what I do.”
His statements, combined with the fulfillment of his dream and the suggestion that he may have accomplished everything he set out to do in the league, lead many to speculate about his potential retirement. However, an official announcement from the NBA icon remains to be seen.
As the Lakers gear up for their training camp, the atmosphere is filled with excitement, especially with fans eager to see the father-son duo practice together. The 17-time NBA champions will begin their 2024-25 campaign against the Minnesota Timberwolves on October 22, and fans are ready to witness what could be a historic season for LeBron James.
