This season, LeBron James played excellent basketball as usual despite turning 40 years of age and being in his 22nd year in the NBA. But his Los Angeles Lakers lost in the first round of the playoffs to the Minnesota Timberwolves in five games,

The first 40-year-old to make an All-NBA team, James averaged 24.4 points, 8.2 assists and 7.8 rebounds in 70 regular-season games. He has six more All-NBA honors than any other player.

After receiving All-NBA honors, the 40-year-old James took to his X account to exclaim that even he can't believe he remains a top player in the league at his age.

LeBron James #23 of the Los Angeles Lakers warms up prior to the game against the Chicago Bulls at the United Center on March 27, 2025 in Chicago, Il

After earning his record-extending 21st All-NBA selection at age 40, LeBron James reflected on the milestone, saying he is “Blessed beyond I can even imagine.”

A chance exists that LeBron James opts out of his contract with the Los Angeles Lakers. Several factors could shape his decision. The 40-year-old star is on a two-year, $104 million contract that includes a player option for the 2025-26 season and those close to the four-time NBA champion are unsure of his plans.

LeBron James has now made an All-NBA Team for a record 21 times after being named Second Team All-NBA on Friday.

The Miami Heat led the Big Three era in terms of NBA popularity when they acquired LeBron James and Chris Bosh to pair with Dwayne Wade, but when the Eastern Conference team intro