With his 40th birthday only a month away, Los Angeles Lakers star LeBron James continues to defy age, recently notching his 116th career triple-double in regular season play. This milestone marks his third consecutive triple-double and fourth of the season, achieved in just 11 games. In a thrilling 128-123 victory over the Memphis Grizzlies, LeBron posted 35 points on 13-of-22 shooting, including 4-of-7 from beyond the arc, along with 14 assists and 12 rebounds. His sustained dominance serves as a reminder of his greatness—a legacy fans won’t always have the chance to witness live.
Rumors about LeBron’s retirement are growing louder, with ESPN insider Shams Charania suggesting that the 2025-26 season could be his final one in the NBA. “My sense is next season could potentially be his last,” Charania stated on First Take. He added that the presence of LeBron’s younger son, Bryce James, might extend his career by an additional year or two. Even LeBron himself hinted at winding down his career, telling reporters that he’s not planning to play “until the wheels fall off.” “I’m not going to play that much longer, to be completely honest,” LeBron admitted. “Whether it’s one year or two years… I’m not going to be the guy that’s disrespecting the game because I just want to be out on the floor.”
As fans savor LeBron’s brilliance for as long as it lasts, former NBA star Paul Pierce believes it’s time for a new nickname that captures LeBron’s veteran savvy and undiminished skill: “Mr. Miyagi.” On the show Speak, Pierce marveled at LeBron’s ability to dominate players nearly half his age. “This is ridiculous watching this grown, old man still dominate these young boys,” Pierce said. “We’ve got to give him a new name. He’s the Mr. Miyagi of the NBA. I mean, it’s unbelievable… you give him the minutes, he’s going to be productive.”
LeBron’s impressive start has helped the Lakers to a 7-4 record, including a flawless 3-0 homestand, where his elite play has been instrumental in each win. The future Hall of Famer remains focused on the game, proving that even as retirement rumors linger, his impact on the court remains unparalleled.
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