The Los Angeles Lakers will be a constant media circus with LeBron James in the final year of his contract. This saga only ends if James extends his contract or announces the 2025-26 campaign will be his last. The Lakers reportedly didn’t offer an extension, and LeBron has shown no signs of playing for less money. The speculation about his future with Luka Doncic taking over as the Lakers' superstar will run rampant all season.
Many are predicting this to be LeBron’s final season with the Lakers. James may decide to continue his career, but Los Angeles wants to build a title contender around number 77.