Cleveland.com's Chris Fedor feels that the NBA will get a heads up before LeBron James retires because the Los Angeles Lakers star will want to end his playing career with a "farewell tour."

The NBA offseason has slowed down from a roster movement perspective, but the rumor mill has still been working overtime. With the Los Angeles Lakers and LeBron James locked into a standoff, trade rumors and retirement rumors have been running rampant.

Despite an offseason of rumors and speculation, LeBron James is expected to remain with the Los Angeles Lakers in the 2025-26 season, The Athletic reported Wednesday.

It would be in the Los Angeles Lakers' best interest to consider signing a contributor who previously competed with the franchise.

Internally, it's been a rather loud 2025 NBA offseason for the Los Angeles Lakers due to ongoing speculation about LeBron James' future with the franchise and the impending—and critically important—contract extension talks with Luka Dončić.

Los Angeles, California, USA; Los Angeles Lakers guard Gabe Vincent (7) moves the ball against Golden State Warriors forward Draymond Green (23) and guard Gary Payton II (0) during the first half at Crypto.

Amid mounting speculation and anxiety over Luka Doncic’s looming contract extension, Lakers insider Jovan Buha has pointed to two encouraging signs that suggest the franchise can breathe a little easier.