LeBron James Formally Opts in for a 23rd Season, Will Make $52.6M in 2025-26, AP Source Says

LeBron James to become first NBA basketballer to play 23rd season

The 40-year-old's exercising the $52.6 million dollar option in his contract to remain with the Los Angeles Lakers until the season ends in April 2026.

LeBron James’ contract decision marks major Lakers shift — toward Luka Dončić

The tone of Sunday's messaging was such that it’s fair to wonder how the LeBron-Lakers partnership will go from here.

Lebron James: NBA legend extends Los Angeles Lakers stay for record 23rd season

Los Angeles Lakers legend LeBron James is set to play in a record 23rd NBA season after his agent said the 40-year-old has exercised an option to extend his contract.

LeBron James opts in for record 23rd season, will make $52.6M US in 2025-26: reports

LeBron James is exercising his $52.6 million US option with the Los Angeles Lakers for 2025-26, further confirming that he will become the first player in NBA history to play a 23rd season, a person with knowledge of the decision said Sunday.

LeBron James Will Play For Lakers Next Season, Agrees To $52.6M Option For 2025-26, Agent Says

King James will be back on the court in the fall. LeBron James’ agent said Sunday that the NBA legend is exercising his $52.6 million player option to return for a record-setting 23rd NBA season and eighth with the Los Angeles Lakers. “LeBron wants to compete for a championship,” Rich Paul, who is president of UTA-backed Klutch Sports Group, told ESPN. James, 40, is the NBA’s all-time leader in points scored and next season could pass Robert…

LeBron James opts for 23rd season, will make $52.6M in 2025-26: Sources

LeBron James is exercising his $52.6 million option with the Los Angeles Lakers for 2025-26, further confirming that he will become the first player in NBA history to play a 23rd season, a person with knowledge of the decision said Sunday.