LeBron James Pursues Multi-Year Contract with the Los Angeles Lakers. The Los Angeles Lakers are facing a significant decision regarding the future of their franchise and their superstar player, LeBron James. James is set to become a free agent in the summer, but recent reports suggest that he is pushing for a multi-year contract with the Lakers.

LeBron has been vocal about wanting to make the Lakers his last team before retiring, a desire shared by the team’s governor and owner, Jeanie Buss. The new contract being pursued by James would be worth more than his current deal and potentially span 2-3 years, with a maximum salary of $60 million per year.

What makes this deal even more remarkable is that it would take James into his early 40s. Despite his age, the salary increase is not expected to be an issue, as both James and the Lakers have expressed their mutual desire to continue their partnership. The goal is for the superstar to end his illustrious career in LA and solidify his case as the basketball GOAT, surpassing the legendary Michael Jordan.

LeBron James has already achieved remarkable milestones in his career, including becoming the all-time scoring leader, surpassing Lakers legend Kareem Abdul-Jabbar. He is also inching closer to becoming the first player in NBA history to score 40,000 points. With this potential new contract, James is poised to continue breаking records as he enters his 21st season and beyond.