Live updates on LeBron James as the Los Angeles Lakers play to keep their season alive while James’s future remains uncertain.

After leading the Los Angeles Lakers to a 2-0 series lead in their first-round playoff matchup with the Houston Rockets on Tuesday, LeBron James discussed the importance of postseason basketball to him.

LeBron James will likely have a few things to say about free agency on July 16. James will be appearing at Fanatics Fest NYC that day at the Javits Center in New York and recording a live version of the “Mind the Game” video podcast with Indiana guard Tyrese Haliburton,

The Oklahoma City Thunder swept the Los Angeles Lakers out of the NBA playoffs on Monday, winning 115-110 to wrap up a 4-0 series victory in what could turn out to be the final game of LeBron James' career.

Apr 2, 2026; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James (23) goes up for a basket as Oklahoma City Thunder guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (2) defends during the first quarter at Paycom Center. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-Imagn ...

The King is coming to Fanatics Fest this summer. Fanatics announced Wednesday that LeBron James will be in attendance during Fanatics Fest in New York City on July 16 and 17. James will record a live episode of his Mind the Game podcast with Indiana Pacers guard Tyrese Haliburton joining him as a guest co-host.

Still, the question had to be asked. Larry Bird retired at 35. Magic Johnson, 36. Michael Jordan, 40 (the final time). Duncan and Dirk Nowitzki were 40 when they called it quits. At 41, James is well past the traditional NBA expiration date. So how about it, LeBron? What are your plans?