LeBron James’ Lakers contract is changing shades as he prioritises a roster improvement and nudges for his son Bronny’s development in the league.
LeBron James has opted out of the final year of his deal with the Los Angeles Lakers, his agent Rich Paul of Klutch Sports told ESPN.
The 39-year-old NBA star was expected to turn in his final decision about the contract worth $51.4 million by 5 pm ET Saturday, which he ultimately declined. However, he’s not quite kicking the purple and gold colours to the curb yet.
His decision comes two days after the team drafted his eldest, Bronny James, at the 2024 NBA Draft. LeBron and Bronny made history, becoming the first father-son duo to be active in the league at the same time. The celebratory achievement made them teammates with the Lakers.
