Los Angeles Laker star LeBron James has shared his thoughts on social media about the NBA rumors surrounding him.
Yesterday (May 1), several news sites posted rumors that LeBron James is looking to decline a contract extension with the Lakers. Specifically, LeBron James may be looking to become a free agent, although he may not intend to leave the Los Angeles Lakers .
According to ESPN’s Brian Windhorst, James intends to opt out of his contract and enter free agency. Windhorst identifies three possible motivations for James to consider this. First, he intends to pressure the Lakers to update the roster. Second, the superstar forward wants to see the team draft his son, Bronny James, whom the Lakers are in good position to draft.
LeBron James and the Lakers were eliminated 1-4 by the Denver Nuggets in the first round of the NBA playoffs
Third, if James opts out, he could get a multi-year deal with a no-trade clause, which would be a significant improvement over his current contract. However, Windhorst noted that James does not want to leave the Lakers at this time
This season, the rising legend is averaging 25.7 points, 7.3 rebounds and 8.3 assists per game. He and the Lakers were eliminated 1-4 by the Denver Nuggets in the first round of the NBA playoffs . The Lakers have a lot of work to do in the final stretch of the season to give themselves another chance at a championship, and one of the things they need to address is the future of LeBron James.
LeBron James’s post on Twitter
Because of the uncertainty, there have been many rumors circulating online about his future. James was quick to put a stop to all the noise online. On his Twitter page, the pitcher shared: “ I have seen and heard a lot of news about my future. I said it last night and I will say it again. I still don’t know because I’m just thinking about spending time with my family and friends!“When I know after talking to my family, my advice and my agent on this, you will know, until then, ” James posted.
