LeBron James isn\u2019t done yet, but when the time finally comes, the Los Angeles Lakers superstar already knows exactly what matters most.<\/p>\n
Despite still dominating at 41 and leading a team firmly in the championship mix, retirement is no longer just a distant thought \u2013 it\u2019s a conversation, and one that centers far more on family than basketball.<\/p>\n
\u201cH*** yeah. My wife is going to get a lot of f****** time because I\u2019ve had to sacrifice not being with my wife a lot because I wanted to be the greatest player that ever played this game,\u201d James said<\/a> speaking to ESPN\u2019s Dave McMenamin. \u201cMy daughter, I\u2019m going to spend a lot of time with her because I spent the first 11 years of her life \u2014 or 12, whenever this s*** is over, 13 \u2014 being away from her. My youngest son is in college.\u201d<\/p>\n \u201cMy family deserves all my time. And then, me. I deserve my time, too,\u201d James added. \u201cBecause I\u2019ve dedicated to this sport for so long that I\u2019ll be happy as f*** when it\u2019s all done to get the f*** away and give myself some grace.\u201d<\/p>\n It\u2019s a rare moment of reflection from a player whose career has been defined by longevity, discipline, and relentless pursuit of greatness. While the on-court r\u00e9sum\u00e9 is already untouchable, James made it clear that stepping away will be about reclaiming time, not chasing anything else.<\/p>\n For now, though, there\u2019s no immediate farewell. With Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves expected to strengthen the Lakers lineup, another title push remains firmly in sight.<\/p>\n And even when he does walk away, basketball won\u2019t be far behind. With Bronny James already sharing the court with him and Bryce coming through the ranks, the next chapter may look different, but the game will still be part of it.<\/p>\n![\"\"](\"https:\/\/basketballforever.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/ForeverBet-BF-promotional-banner-3.jpg\")