NBA analyst Kendrick Perkins believes Los Angeles Lakers superstar forward LeBron James should take his talents to the New York Knicks, adding another layer to what is shaping up to be another intriguing offseason.
"I think he should go to New York." ๐ฟ@KendrickPerkins floats THIS idea for LeBron James next season... pic.twitter.com/3D3vLD012t
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The question on everyone's mind after the Los Angeles Lakers were swept by the Oklahoma City Thunder is whether or not James will play next season.
That conversation is expected to linger throughout the offseason as the four-time champion weighs his future. While many around the league still expect James to suit up next season, the bigger mystery may be where he ends up playing.
All signs point toward him continuing his career, but there's no certainty it will be in the purple and gold.
That uncertainty has already sparked speculation across the NBA world, with Perkins the latest in line to throw an idea of where James could play next.
James has been linked to the Knicks in the past. He seriously considered joining New York as a free agent in 2010 and 2014. The future Hall of Famer has mentioned on multiple occasions that his favorite place to play basketball is Madison Square Garden.
The Knicks could seek James if they fall short of a title this season. However, it's all speculation thus far.
LeBron James continues to defy Father Time
Although he is 41 years old, James is coming off a solid season and a stellar playoff run. In 10 playoff games, the four-time NBA MVP averaged 23.2 points per game, 6.7 rebounds, 7.3 assists and 1.3 steals while shooting 45.9 percent from the field and 32.7 percent from beyond the arc in 38.4 minutes of action.
James put up a stellar performance that even Thunder head coach Mark Daigneault couldn't help but praise the 22-time All-Star.
โThe level he's able to get to at this stage is unbelievable," Daigneault said. "He is a guy that similar to what I said about the team. Collectively, if you make a mistake on him, he's going to make you pay for it. It actually helps you improve, you're a better team. He's developing your team because any crack, he's going to find it.โ
James' future will once again be at the forefront of the offseason.
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