LOS ANGELES — Lakers general manager Rob Pelinka said Tuesday that LeBron James has earned the right to take some time to consider his options this offseason, including retirement. James hinted on Monday night following the Lakers' elimination from the playoffs that "I've got a lot to think about" when it comes to his future and later reiterated that retirement was a possibility. "When you do that, you earn a right to decide if you want to give more." Ham echoed what Pelinka said of James, "He's earned the right." The Lakers were in 13th place in the Western Conference in late February before climbing to No.

Source: Los Angeles Times May 23, 2023 20:52 UTC