Reports say four teams are interested in signing LeBron James this summer! Most likely to stay with the Lakers or take a pay cut for his 24th season

As of January 31st Beijing time, sources from Lakers Daily revealed that if LeBron James chooses not to retire in this season’s offseason, the future Hall of Famer will attract interest from four teams.

The news states that James’ current team, the Los Angeles Lakers, as well as the Golden State Warriors, Dallas Mavericks, and Cleveland Cavaliers, are all interested in signing him during the offseason.

This marks the first time since 2018 that James has become an unrestricted free agent.

James’ salary this season is $52.6 million. However,it will be difficult for him to secure a contract with a similar salary during the offseason.The reason is that he is currently the oldest active player in the league and will turn 42 next season.

The Lakers have clearly expressed, both publicly and privately, their hope that James will finish his career wearing the purple and gold.Sources indicate that if James decides to continue playing, returning to the Lakers is very likely his top choice.— This NBA legend shares close personal relationships with teammates Luka Dončić, Austin Reaves, and head coach Darvin Ham, and his son Bronny James also plays for the Lakers.

However, the Warriors, Mavericks, and Cavaliers remain highly competitive potential destinations. After all, James has strong friendships with Warriors stars Stephen Curry and Draymond Green, close ties with Mavericks stars Anthony Davis and Kyrie Irving, and Cleveland is his hometown team where he played twice and led them to defeat the 73-win Warriors in 2016, bringing Cleveland its only NBA championship.

As the NBA’s all-time leading scorer, sources reveal thatJames has yet to decide whether he will retire after this season or continue playing. He will discuss with his family and agent Rich Paul before making his final decision..

James entered the NBA in 2003. This season, he missed the first 14 games due to right sciatic nerve pain. Sources say his physical recovery after the season will be a key factor in determining his future.

This 41-year-old veteran is averaging 22.0 points, 5.9 rebounds, and 6.7 assists per game this season. This is his lowest scoring average since his rookie season in 2003-04, when he averaged 20.9 points per game.