James, 40, has a $52.6 million player option for next season that he must opt into by June 29 or become a free agent, and his decision looms over the organization.

LeBron James and the Los Angeles Lakers were quickly eliminated out of the NBA playoffs by the Minnesota Timberwolves in just five games. It was a disappointing finish to what was a promising season following the blockbuster trade to acquire Luka Doncic.

After a crushing first-round loss to the Timberwolves, LeBron James casts doubt on his future in the NBA, leaving fans and the Lakers franchise with more questions than answers.