The most LeBron James has ever hinted about when he might retire came during the first episode of Netflix's Starting 5 series when James said he could "possibly sit down for a little longer" if he thought there was another player on the floor better fit for the moment than himself. "I have not seen that yet," James said.

After the Lakers were knocked out of the 2025 NBA Playoffs in Game 5 on Wednesday, LeBron James was asked about his future with the team.

Following the game, Channing Frye—who played alongside James during their 2016 championship run—admitted that it was the "weirdest game 5" he has ever watched. Frye proceeded to point out the key issues he noticed about the Lakers.