LeBron James, Dillon Brooks, Los Angeles Lakers, Houston Rockets
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Los Angeles Lakers star LeBron James and Phoenix Suns wing Dillon Brooks
LeBron James’ NBA career is winding down and a lot of rumors have been swirling around about whether or not his career will end with the Los Angeles Lakers.
At this point in time, there seems to be a very possible scenario where James leaves the Lakers to round out his career. However, it has become clear that age has started catching up with the longtime NBA superstar over the last couple of years.
Injuries have played a role in James’ slowdown. He has dealt with numerous nagging issues in recent years. Despite his age and injuries, James remains a productive player.
With that being said, one of James’ rivals, Phoenix Suns wing Dillon Brooks, spoke out with an open shot at the living legend. He has never been shy to call out James and that is exactly what he did once again.
“If he was LeBron five years ago, then it’s different,” Brooks said. “Miami Bron, I’m not talking trash to him. Right now… he’s old.”
Will LeBron James End Up Leaving the Los Angeles Lakers?
Since the offseason, rumors have been very loud about James and Los Angeles separating. He remains on the team currently, but he is playing in the final season of his current deal with the Lakers.
A new report from ESPN’s Baxter Holmes detailed some of the drama within the Los Angeles franchise between James and Lakers governor and minority owner Jeanie Buss. That situation doesn’t appear to be a healthy one.
He was asked recently about whether or not he wants to finish out his career with Los Angeles. James avoided the question and provided a cryptic answer.
“I’m good, I’m good… I’m good,” he said.
NBA insider Jake Fischer recently reported that the Golden State Warriors have shown interest in the idea of pursuing James this coming offseason if he reaches NBA free agency.
“Sources say that the Warriors naturally do plan to feature prominently in the offseason market for LeBron James once he becomes an unrestricted free agent on June 30,” Fischer reported.
It sure sounds like there are legs to the rumors about James leaving the Lakers at the end of this season to finish out his career with another team.
Where Could LeBron James Land If He Leaves the Lakers?
Looking ahead to the offseason, there are a few logical destinations for James to consider if he chooses to leave Los Angeles.
Among those teams are the Warriors, Cleveland Cavaliers, New York Knicks, and the Los Angeles Clippers. All of those teams could offer James a chance to compete for an NBA Finals run and they all seem like destinations he would be interested in.
So far this season in 26 games, James has averaged 22.5 points per game to go along with 6.9 assists, six rebounds, and 1.1 steals. He has also shot 50.8 percent from the floor and 33.1 percent from three-point range.
Even though age is catching up to James, he’s still capable of making a major impact. His future will be a hot topic of conversation throughout the remainder of the season.