{"id":6164,"date":"2024-07-07T11:08:33","date_gmt":"2024-07-07T11:08:33","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.365scores.com\/news\/?p=6164"},"modified":"2024-07-07T13:44:50","modified_gmt":"2024-07-07T13:44:50","slug":"lebrons-end-is-near","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/wordpress.365scores.com\/news\/lebrons-end-is-near","title":{"rendered":"LeBron&#8217;s Last Dance: The End is Near for the Basketball Legend"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>As <a href=\"https:\/\/www.365scores.com\/basketball\/team\/team-lebron-51182\">LeBron James<\/a> approaches the end of his epic career, fans around the world are both celebrating his achievements and preparing for his eventual exit from the game. Known as one of the greatest basketball players of all time, LeBron&#8217;s final time in professional basketball promises to be filled with memorable moments, especially with recent changes to his career.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-rank-math-toc-block\" id=\"rank-math-toc\"><nav><ul><li class=\"\"><a href=\"#contract-extension-with-the-lakers\">Contract Extension with the Lakers<\/a><\/li><li class=\"\"><a href=\"#playing-alongside-bronny\">Playing Alongside Bronny<\/a><\/li><li class=\"\"><a href=\"#final-olympics-in-paris-2024\">Final Olympics in Paris 2024<\/a><\/li><li class=\"\"><a href=\"#lebron-career-quiz\">Lebron Career Quiz<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"contract-extension-with-the-lakers\">Contract Extension with the Lakers<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>There is lots of buzz around LeBron James re-sign deal with the<a href=\"https:\/\/www.365scores.com\/basketball\/team\/los-angeles-lakers-1317\"> Los Angeles Lakers<\/a> which was announced on Saturday. James has reportedly signed a contract extension with the team for just under the maximum salary of $104 Million. Originally, James had agreed to take a significant pay cut if the team was able to sign one of a select number of free agents including <a href=\"https:\/\/www.365scores.com\/basketball\/player\/klay-thompson-53626\">Klay Thompson<\/a> or <a href=\"https:\/\/www.365scores.com\/basketball\/player\/james-harden-53586\">James Harden<\/a>. However, the Lakers were unable to sign any of the players. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>LeBron still is taking a pay cut but not to the extent it could have been. The current deal, rumored to be set at approximately $101.3 Million, allows the Lakers some flexibility to handle the league&#8217;s salary cap restrictions. By sacrificing a portion of his earnings, LeBron has shown his dedication to winning and his willingness to support the team&#8217;s overall success. This extension not only secures his presence in LA for the foreseeable future but also sets the Lakers in a positive position for the future. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"706\" src=\"https:\/\/www.365scores.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/LeBron-James-Luka-Doncic-1024x706.jpg\" alt=\"LeBron dribbles the ball against Mavericks, Luka Doncic\" class=\"wp-image-6168\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">(Photo by Ronald Martinez\/Getty Images)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"playing-alongside-bronny\">Playing Alongside Bronny<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>One of the most anticipated events in LeBron&#8217;s career was the possibility of playing alongside his son, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.365scores.com\/basketball\/player\/bronny-james-147470\">Bronny James<\/a>, in the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.365scores.com\/basketball\/league\/nba-103\">NBA<\/a>. LeBron has often spoken about his dream to share the court with Bronny, making it clear that family and legacy are central to his motivations. Last week Lebron, Bronny, and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nba.com\/\">NBA <\/a>fans across the world got their wish, the Los Angeles Lakers drafted Bronny with the 55th pick in the second round. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>While there have been many second-generation players, this is the first time that a father-son duo will be playing simultaneously in the NBA. Bronny, a talented young player, has shown great promise, and his selection by the Lakers not only emphasizes LeBron&#8217;s longevity in the sport but also his deep connection to family and the future of basketball. The presence of both Jameses on the court is set to be a defining and memorable chapter in LeBron&#8217;s career.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"985\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/www.365scores.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/IMG_6535-985x1024.jpg\" alt=\"Bronny James transfer card\" class=\"wp-image-6166\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">(Via 365Scores)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"final-olympics-in-paris-2024\">Final Olympics in Paris 2024<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>In July, LeBron James will make his final Olympic appearance at the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.365scores.com\/basketball\/league\/olympics-basketball---men-6394\">2024 Paris Games<\/a>, marking the end of an extraordinary Olympic career. LeBron first represented <a href=\"https:\/\/www.365scores.com\/basketball\/team\/usa-2397\">Team USA<\/a> in the 2004 Athens Olympics, where the team won a bronze medal. Determined to bring gold back to the United States, LeBron played a pivotal role in the 2008 Beijing Olympics, leading the &#8220;Redeem Team&#8221;, a play on the 1992 &#8220;Dream Team&#8221;. LeBron alongside <a href=\"https:\/\/www.365scores.com\/basketball\/player\/kobe-bryant-87539\">Kobe Bryant<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.365scores.com\/basketball\/player\/dwight-howard-53477\">Dwight Howard<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.365scores.com\/basketball\/player\/carmelo-anthony-53720\">Carmelo Anthony<\/a>, and Dwayne Wade, led the team to victory and captured the gold medal. James continued his Olympic success with another gold medal in the 2012 London Olympics, solidifying his status as a global basketball ambassador. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>After taking 12 years off from the Olympics, the 2024 Paris Olympics will be his fourth and final appearance, providing one last opportunity to witness his greatness on the international stage. LeBron&#8217;s contributions to Team USA have not only resulted in medals but have also inspired countless players worldwide, cementing his legacy as a global sports icon.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/www.365scores.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/19-another-group-gold-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"The &quot;Redeem Team&quot; winning the gold medal at the 2008 Beijing Olympics\n\" class=\"wp-image-6165\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">(Photo by Jed Jacobsohn\/Getty Images)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<div data-widget-type=\"predictions\" data-entity-type=\"game\" data-widget-id=\"0.siltdlrwmh\" data-lang=\"en-US\" data-publisher-id=\"125\" data-entity-id=\"4073401\" data-show-odds=\"true\" data-odds-type=\"decimal\"><\/div>\n<div id=\"powered-by\">Powered by<a id=\"powered-by-link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.365scores.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">365Scores.com<\/a><\/div>\n<script src=\"https:\/\/widgets.365scores.com\/main.js\"><\/script>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"lebron-career-quiz\">Lebron Career Quiz<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>As LeBron James&#8217; career nears its end, fans are treated to a final series of events that showcase his impact on basketball. Whether it&#8217;s playing with his son in LA, making strategic sacrifices for the Lakers&#8217; success, or giving one final Olympic performance in Paris, LeBron&#8217;s journey continues to captivate and inspire. His legacy is not only defined by his on-court achievements but also by his leadership, dedication, and vision for the future of the sport. As we celebrate his last dance, there&#8217;s no doubt that LeBron James will be remembered as one of the greatest to ever play the game.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"riddle2-wrapper\" data-rid-id=\"6l9bX9DJ\" data-auto-scroll=\"true\" data-is-fixed-height-enabled=\"false\" data-bg=\"#fff\" data-fg=\"#00205b\" style=\"margin:0 auto; max-width:100%; width:640px;\" ><script src=\"https:\/\/www.riddle.com\/embed\/build-embedjs\/embedV2.js\"><\/script><iframe title=\"LeBron James Career Quiz\" src=\"https:\/\/www.riddle.com\/embed\/a\/6l9bX9DJ?lazyImages=false&#038;staticHeight=false\" allow=\"autoplay\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin\"><section data-block=\"MultipleChoice\"><h3>Which Teams has LeBron played for (select all)<\/h3><ul><li>Cleveland Cavalier<\/li><li>New York Knicks<\/li><li>Los Angeles Clippers<\/li><li>Miami Heat<\/li><li>Los Angeles Lakers<\/li><li>Chicago Bulls<\/li><li>Brooklyn Nets<\/li><\/ul><\/section><section data-block=\"SingleChoice\"><h3>Which team drafted LeBron James in 2003?<\/h3><ul><li>Chicago Bulls<\/li><li>Cleveland Cavaliers<\/li><li>Oklahoma City Thunder<\/li><li>Denver Nuggets<\/li><\/ul><\/section><section data-block=\"SingleChoice\"><h3>How many NBA championships has LeBron won?<\/h3><ul><li>2<\/li><li>3<\/li><li>4<\/li><li>5<\/li><\/ul><\/section><section data-block=\"SingleChoice\"><h3>What position does LeBron primarily play?<\/h3><ul><li>Point Guard<\/li><li>Shooting Guard<\/li><li>Small Forward<\/li><li>Power Forward<\/li><\/ul><\/section><section data-block=\"SingleChoice\"><h3>What year did LeBron win his first NBA championship in?<\/h3><ul><li>2011<\/li><li>2012<\/li><li>2013<\/li><li>2014<\/li><\/ul><\/section><section data-block=\"SingleChoice\"><h3>What is LeBron James&#039; career high in points for a single game?<\/h3><ul><li>55 Points<\/li><li>61 Points<\/li><li>63 Points<\/li><li>65 Points<\/li><\/ul><\/section><section data-block=\"SingleChoice\"><h3>Where is LeBron James from?<\/h3><ul><li>Akron, Ohio<\/li><li>Louisville, Kentucky<\/li><li>Chicago, Illinois <\/li><li>Memphis, Tennessee<\/li><\/ul><\/section><section data-block=\"SingleChoice\"><h3>Which NBA legend did LeBron surpass to become the all-time leading scorer in the regular season?<\/h3><ul><li>Kareem Abdul-Jabbar\t<\/li><li>Kobe Bryant<\/li><li>Michael Jordan<\/li><li>Larry Bird<\/li><\/ul><\/section><section data-block=\"SingleChoice\"><h3>What year did LeBron win his most recent NBA Championship?<\/h3><ul><li>2016<\/li><li>2019<\/li><li>2020<\/li><li>2021<\/li><\/ul><\/section><section data-block=\"SingleChoice\"><h3>What is LeBron James&#039; nickname?<\/h3><ul><li>The Mailman<\/li><li>The Answer<\/li><li>The Legend<\/li><li>The King<\/li><\/ul><\/section><section data-block=\"SingleChoice\"><h3>How many Olympic gold medals has LeBron won?<\/h3><ul><li>1<\/li><li>2<\/li><li>3<\/li><li>4<\/li><\/ul><\/section><section data-block=\"SingleChoice\"><h3>Which high school did Lebron attend?<\/h3><ul><li>St. Edwards<\/li><li>Notre Dame Cathedral Latin<\/li><li>Lake Catholic<\/li><li>St. Vincent-St. Mary<\/li><\/ul><\/section><section data-block=\"SingleChoice\"><h3>Which NBA legend did LeBron surpass to become the all-time leading scorer in the playoffs?<\/h3><ul><li>Shaquille O&#039;Neal<\/li><li>Karl Malone<\/li><li>Kevin Durant<\/li><li>Michael Jordan<\/li><\/ul><\/section><section data-block=\"SingleChoice\"><h3>How many MVP awards has LeBron won?<\/h3><ul><li>6<\/li><li>5<\/li><li>4<\/li><li>3<\/li><\/ul><\/section><\/iframe><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>As LeBron James approaches the end of his epic career, fans around the world are both celebrating his achievements and preparing for his eventual exit from the game. 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