LeBron James intends to opt out of the final year of his contract with the Lakers, a source told ESPN, but he will look to sign a new deal to remain in Los Angeles.
LeBron James intends to opt out of the final year of his contract with the Los Angeles Lakers worth $51.4 million for next season and work out a new deal with the team, a source familiar with his plans told ESPN.
James, 39, has until 5 p.m. ET on Saturday to inform the Lakers of his official decision.
The Lakers are committed to keeping James with the franchise and would be interested in offering the four-time MVP up to the maximum three-year, $162 million contract he is eligible for, sources told ESPN.
