Lebron James is probably one of the longest playing NBA stars. With that said many fans have questions when he plans on retiring. Each year that he plays in a championship, fan thinks that it will be his last. However, Lebron keeps proving everyone wrong and continues to play in the next season. Well, now rumors are back at it again, with sources saying that 2022 will be his last year on the court. Is it true or is it just some rumors? Let’s get into it. 

Lebron James is considered to be a legend in the basketball industry. He has managed to win 3 National Basketball Association Championships. The first was with the Miami Heats who he played with from 2012 through to 2013, the second was with the Cleveland Cavaliers who he played with, in 2016 and the third was with the Los Angeles Lakers, his current team in 2020. In his earlier career Lebron lead his team the Cavaliers to record-breaking 66 wins during the 2008 and 2009 seasons. This then earned him the league MVP award. 

Now while building his career and success, Lebron has also been happily married to his wife Savannah James, since 2003. The lovely couple share 3 beautiful kids together. But that’s not all. As if being a full-time husband, father and professional basketball player isn’t enough he is also a business owner. It is safe to say that Mr. James, has built himself a successful empire. But one question still remains. When will he retire from the NBA? 

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When it comes to any sports, most players reach their peak and usually retire after 30. After all, being a professional sports player is not only taxing on your body but it does take up most of your time. Now even though many players who Lebron started with have retired, he is still not ready to leave the court. This comes as no surprise seeing that even though he is in his late 30s, he still knows how to through it down on the basketball court.