Team Note: James always pursues maximum income in the Lakers, and it is not ruled out that he will renew his contract with the Lakers next summer

Recently, ClutchPoints Lakers reporter Anthony Irwin wrote an article talking about the rift between James and the Lakers.

He wrote: "Some sources further point out that James will not only play the upcoming season and continue to play for the Lakers, but will likely re-sign after the season is over with an intention of eventually retiring in Los Angeles. There is also a possibility that LeBron James will make the 2025-26 season his last season, but in either case, he will retire as a Lakers player."

"Since coming to Los Angeles, LeBron James has prioritized maximizing his income with the Lakers. The cap space will be higher than the next summer. More this year, but considering how long James will play and the team that signed him will face immediate pressure, how many teams are willing to offer him a contract of more than $60 million? "

"After all this, how interesting would it be if James not only stays with the Lakers this season, but will re-sign next summer (because the Lakers still have his bird rights)? Again, sources close to the Lakers and other teams in the league have said that even if this is not a high probability, it is still very likely."