Los Angeles Lakers leader LeBron James assured on Monday at media day ahead of the start of the NBA season that he “still” has a lot left in him. He starts the new season with the goal of winning a championship ring and the 2024 Paris Olympics.
“I talked to my family and myself.
I am inspired by seeing how my children have grown. Apparently the Brownie incident (his son had a heart attack this summer) inspired me as well.
I feel like I still have a lot left in the tank,” LeBron said at a news conference.
Last year, James expressed doubts about his future after being eliminated in the Western Conference Finals by the Denver Nuggets, saying he was unsure whether he would continue to play.
“At that moment I was tired, frustrated and mentally I was caught up in a lot of things, that’s why this quote came out, but I’m happy to be back for another year”LeBron said.
The 38-year-old James faces the 21st season of his career with the Lakers, who have not made major changes to the team, but added Christian Wood to a team led by LeBron and Anthony Davis. Or players like Gabe Vincent.
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“I’m very optimistic about the restart and our performance from the All-Star break to the conference finals.
We have a solid structure and we have that affinity.Many players are already familiar with this system and I think those who arrive will adapt quickly
“He assured.
LeBron also admitted that his son Bronny’s cardiac arrest on July 24 had a profound impact on him.
Examinations revealed that Browne had a heart defect that was “anatomically and functionally significant” but treatable.
“Bronny is performing so well that he has begun the rehab process and will be playing with his teammates again this year. His operation was successful and our family was very moved. We gave him strength along the way and we’re happy to see where he is now,” he said.
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James also confirmed his interest in competing at the 2024 Paris Olympics next summer.
“I’m interested and we’ll see what happens.
On a physical level, I’ll see at the end of the season.But I don’t think there’s going to be a lot of wear and tear, we’ll see what happens
“, he claimed.
Of course, LeBron admitted that he doesn’t know if this season will be his last.
“I don’t know, I don’t know (if this is my last season). I am very happy and excited at this moment. I don’t know what the end of the journey is going to look like and I don’t know what the end of the season is going to look like,” he admitted.