NBA: Lakers, LeBron James reportedly talk $98M extension
FILE PHOTO: Apr 1, 2022; Los Angeles, California, USA; Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James (6) warms up before the game against the New Orleans Pelicans at Crypto.com Arena. Mandatory Credit: Jayne Kamin-Oncea-USA TODAY Sports
LeBron James and the Los Angeles Lakers are discussing a two-year extension worth $98 million, according to multiple reports.
James, 37, became eligible for a contract extension on Thursday and met with general manager Rob Pelinka.
Article continues after this advertisementHe can become a free agent in 2023 if he opts to do so, but ESPN reported the initial talks were “productive.”
Uncertainty about James’ interest in a new deal exists because of statements he has made about spending his final season on whatever roster his son, Bronny James, winds up on as a rookie.
Bronny James attends Sierra Canyon School in Los Angeles and is currently not eligible for the NBA draft until 2024.
Article continues after this advertisementThe Athletic reported Bronny James could consider the NBA G League or NBL in Australia — LaMelo Ball played one year in the NBL — if he opts against playing one season of college basketball.
