Sunday, June 29, is the deadline for LeBron James to let the Los Angeles Lakers know whether he intends to play on the final year of his contract, which would expire a year from now, or opt out in order to sign a slightly longer new contract. He has a $52.6 million player option for next season.

After weeks of speculation, LeBron James has reportedly made his decision: he’s expected to opt in to the final year of his contract with the Los Angeles Lakers, locking in a $52.6 million salary for the 2025–26 season,

Lakers Fans Upset After LeBron James' Reported Career Decision originally appeared on Athlon Sports. LeBron James delivered another impressive season for the Los Angeles Lakers in 2024-25, averaging 24.4 points, 7.8 rebounds, and 8.2 assists—numbers that earned him a spot on the All-NBA Second Team and a sixth-place finish in MVP voting.