A chance exists that LeBron James opts out of his contract with the Los Angeles Lakers. Several factors could shape his decision. The 40-year-old star is on a two-year, $104 million contract that includes a player option for the 2025-26 season and those close to the four-time NBA champion are unsure of his plans.

If he is to continue his career, it is widely assumed that LeBron James will stay with the Los Angeles Lakers. The franchise represents the third team of his career, and – he once said – his last. However,

NBA legend LeBron James has a player option to return to the Los Angeles Lakers next season. The forward can pick up his player option or decline it and enter unrestricted free agency. If James becomes an unrestricted free agent, he can either sign a new contract with the Lakers or join another team.