LeBron James

LeBron James reportedly wanted an extension, Lakers said no

Published

September 26, 2025

Dec 28, 2019; Portland, Oregon, USA; Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James (23) reacts after hitting the deck after being fouled by Portland Trail Blazers in the first half at Moda Center. Mandatory Credit: Jaime Valdez-Imagn Images

The LeBron James era in Los Angeles may be headed for a rocky ending. New reports have come out stating that LeBron wanted an extension from the Lakers but they wouldn’t give it to him.

This is why he opted into his contract.

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LeBron James reportedly wanted an extension from the Lakers, but they weren't interested this summer, forcing him to pick up his player option, per @YaronWeitzman, h/t @Fullcourtpass.

— Legion Hoops (@LegionHoops) September 25, 2025

This news is an indication that the Lakers are ready to move on from LeBron. This is likely the reason why they traded Anthony Davis for Luka Doncic last season.

LeBron is still playing at a high level but his play isn’t turning into victories as it once did. This, to go along with turning 41 this season, could be the end of LeBron’s career in LA as a Laker.

About the Author Published Sep 26, 2025

TITAN FREY

Titan Frey is a dedicated father to three wonderful children, whom he takes immense pride in. His passions include reading, writing, basketball, both playing and watching, and playing chess. Titan spent five years working as a journalist for the basketball website fadeawayworld.net, where he served as editor-in-chief for four and a half years. One of his most notable achievements was interviewing Chuck Cooper III, the son of Chuck Cooper, the first African American ever drafted by an NBA team, and writing a biography that has been praised as the most definitive article about Cooper’s legacy. Titan is the author of more than ten novels and the screenwriter of three produced short films. His newest young adult novel, Echoes of the Hardwood: Braxton Foxworthy’s Time‑Travelling Book Report, blends basketball history with heartfelt storytelling and is now available. Order here: https://a.co/d/bo7BYz1