The most LeBron James has ever hinted about when he might retire came during the first episode of Netflix's Starting 5 series when James said he could "possibly sit down for a little longer" if he thought there was another player on the floor better fit for the moment than himself. "I have not seen that yet," James said.

LeBron James and the Los Angeles Lakers came well short of a series comeback against the Minnesota Timberwolves on Wednesday night, losing 103-96 in Game 5 in an early elimination from the playoffs.

Obviously, James -- who has a player option worth more than $52 million for the 2025-26 season-- returned for the 2023-24 season. He is also expected to return for the 2025-26 season, according to ESPN.