LeBron James ‘OPTS OUT of $51.4m Lakers contract’ days after team drafted his son Bronny

By James On Jun 29, 2024

By Oliver Salt

Published: 12:18 EDT, June 29, 2024 | Updated: 12:21 EDT, June 29, 2024

According to reports, LeBron James plans to waive his $51.4 million player option for next season with the LA Lakers.

The Shams Charania of Athletic claims LeBron will instead return to the Lakers with a new contract in the 2024-21 season.

The news comes just two days after his son, Bronny, joined him in LA after being selected by the team in the second round of the NBA Draft.

More to follow.

LeBron James plans to waive his $51.4 million player option with the LA Lakers for next season