James is a free agent after the 2023 season, so any hope that he'll finish his career in Los Angeles will need to be attached to a contract extension that'll keep him tied there for the foreseeable future.

Does LeBron want Retire?

LeBron James says he wants to retire with Lakers: 'I truly hope that I can finish my career' in Los Angeles. ... "I truly hope that I can finish my career with the Lakers," James said. "However many years that is, if it's four, five, six, whatever, seven. I hope I can continue to play the game.

Will LeBron get his number retired?

After making his switch from No. 23 to No. 6 official, LeBron James can potentially enter the history books for another accomplishment. The switch means James will have worn four jerseys throughout his NBA career, and all four have a strong chance at being retired by the teams he has played for.