Lebron James Enters 22nd Nba Season With Eyes On More

LeBron James, entering his 22nd NBA season, believes he has cemented his legacy as one of the greatest basketball players of all time. However, his competitive spirit drives him to continue pursuing more achievements. “Everything else is extra credit,” he revealed his opinion. “I’ll take it, though. I love it. I love what I do.” It’s hard to argue with the King’s assertion.

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LeBron James Declares Legacy Secured, But Remains Hungry for More

Despite his numerous accolades, including four NBA championships, four NBA Finals MVPs, and four league MVPs, James remains excited about the upcoming season. The Lakers forward, a four-time Olympic gold medalist, has achieved nearly everything there is to accomplish in basketball. “Is there anything left for me to accomplish as a basketball player? No.”

James will be playing under first-time head coach JJ Redick, and he plans to actively contribute to the coaching staff on the court. While debates about his greatness in comparison to Michael Jordan continue, James’ resume speaks for itself. He has won championships with three different franchises, including a historic 3-1 comeback against the Golden State Warriors in the 2016 NBA Finals. As the NBA’s all-time leading scorer and a dominant force in various statistical categories, James’ ability to impact the game consistently throughout his career sets him apart.

Father-Son Duo: LeBron and Bronny James to Share Court in NBA

There aren’t many firsts left for the future Hall of Famer at this point of his career, although there will be one during the upcoming season. He will have the opportunity to play with his son, Bronny James, on the Lakers. Los Angeles selected the USC product in the second round of the 2024 NBA draft, which means there will be another James just starting to carve out his legacy as the elder one puts the finishing touches on his. The Jameses will be playing under first time head coach JJ Redick, although LeBron said he will be “an extension of the coaching staff on the floor.”