James’s decision means that he will become a free agent for the fourth time in his illustrious career on Sunday. However, since the Lakers selected his son in the second round of the NBA Draft on Thursday, his future with the team is unlikely in dispute.
James chose not to accept a $51.4 million contract for the upcoming season, according to ESPN, making him a free agency and able to sign a maximum $162 million three-year contract with the Lakers.
In order to put the Lakers in a better position to acquire an impact player, the NBA’s all-time top scorer is reportedly willing to work with them on a deal that is less than the maximum, according to ESPN, which contacted Rich Paul, James’ agent.
Paul told ESPN that “he is prioritizing a roster improvement.” “He’s been very clear about wanting to improve the roster in every way.” To choose whether to exercise his player option for the 2024–25 National Basketball Association season, James had until Saturday at 5 p.m. ET (2100 GMT).
He is giving improving the roster first priority, Paul told ESPN. “He’s been very clear about wanting to improve the roster in every way.”
To choose whether to exercise his player option for the 2024–25 National Basketball Association season, James had until Saturday at 5 p.m. ET (2100 GMT). When contacted to confirm the ESPN claim, the Lakers did not immediately respond, and Reuters was unable to get in touch with Paul for comment.
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