Lakers’ LeBron James ’50-50′ On Farewell Tour Before Retiring

As the NBA’s top scorer, James, at 39, continues to display top-tier performance levels, evident from his selection for the 2024 NBA All-Star game—his 20th career All-Star nomination, setting a record for the most selections in NBA history.

In the 2023-24 season, across 49 games, James has maintained impressive averages of 24.8 points, 7.2 rebounds, and 7.8 assists, shooting 52.0% from the field and 39.5% from 3-point range.

While the specific timeline for his departure from basketball remains open, James is exploring how he wishes to conclude his career. Bryant’s farewell was marked by tributes and gifts at various arenas, culminating in a memorable 60-point performance in his final game, securing a victory for the Lakers against the Utah Jazz.

On the other hand, Tim Duncan chose a quieter exit, adopting a reduced role in his final season, averaging 8.6 points per game before retiring a few months following the Spurs’ exit from the Western Conference Semifinals in the 2015-16 season.

Regardless of the path James selects for his retirement, his monumental contribution to the game ensures his legacy will continue to resonate within the NBA for years.