LeBron James has agreed to a new deal with the Los Angeles Lakers. According to ESPN, the deal is for two years and worth $104 million. This contract includes a player option and a no-trade clause. The announcement comes shortly after LeBron’s son, Bronny, was drafted by the Lakers.
LeBron James is considered by many to be one of the greatest basketball players of all time. He joined the Lakers in 2018 after winning a championship with the Cleveland Cavaliers. During his time with the Lakers, LeBron has faced both successes and challenges. He helped recruit Anthony Davis to the team, leading to an NBA championship in the bubble season.
Despite winning an in-season tournament recently, the Lakers have not experienced much success overall. LeBron has played under three different coaches during his time with the team and will now play under a fourth with J.J. Redick. The Lakers have only made it to the Western Conference Finals once since their championship win.
As LeBron enters this new deal, many believe he is nearing the end of his career. He will be playing alongside players like Anthony Davis and Austin Reaves while also supporting his son, Bronny, as he enters the professional ranks. Bronny, who recently averaged 4.8 points per game in college, will look to establish himself in the NBA with LeBron’s guidance.
Throughout his time with the Lakers, LeBron has been a dominant force on the court, averaging 27 points, 8 assists, and 7.9 rebounds per game. He currently holds the title of the NBA’s all-time leading scorer with 40,474 points in the regular season.
LeBron James’ impact on the Lakers and the NBA as a whole is undeniable. As he embarks on this new deal with the team, fans are eager to see what the future holds for this basketball legend.