Facing the last year of the 41-year-old contract, James mysterious video triggers retirement topic

The Los Angeles Lakers stopped in the first round of the playoffs for two consecutive years. This season, I sent Anthony Davis away in a big deal in February in exchange for the new generation of ace Doncic, but was still eliminated by the Minnesota Timberwolves 1-4.

Just as fans were expecting the team to go further, 40-year-old James recently posted an intriguing video on social media, making whether he is ready to retire again becomes a topic of topic. The video released by James was a press conference held under the flashing spotlight. The reporter asked: "Is the retirement rumors true? What is your next step?" The video was announced in the championship game G4, and there are three days before G5. This move was interpreted as a deliberate shift of focus, which also made the outside world speculate whether its last dance will be staged.

If James fulfills his contract for the next season, he will complete his 23rd season of his career at the age of 41. Not only will he match his back number, but he will also surpass Carter to become the longest-time player in NBA history. The oldest and youngest record holder in history still set a number of milestones last season: including 1,292 consecutive doubles in scoring, 571 consecutive games, 30+ surpassing Jordan, and even scored 42 points against the Warriors at the age of 40 and 38 days.

However, as his son Brownie realizes his dream of joining the NBA, King James has almost no regrets. The US media analyzed that if he retires, he will definitely start his retirement tour in accordance with Kobe's specifications.

In order to avoid the luxury tax and build a team around James and Doncic, the Lakers may need to renegotiate the contract. Under the leadership of the new coach Redick, if the combat effectiveness of the penalty area can be strengthened, this new generation of Purple and Gold Legion is still optimistic about the 18th championship in the history of the team, tied for the first place in the league with the Celtics.

Whether James' video is creating momentum for sponsors or retirement previews, it is certain that when the James era ends, the NBA will officially usher in a reshuffle.