Los Angeles Lakers superstar forward LeBron James is about to enter his 22nd season in the NBA. James has dominated the league for the past 21 years and is expected to continue that momentum into this season.
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Despite all that James has accomplished in his career so far, there’s no debate that his time playing at the highest level is coming to an end. At 39 years old, James is approaching his 40th season, so it’s no surprise that he’s already starting to think about life after basketball.
The only question now is what will he do? James has already been involved in many ventures in life, including multiple businesses, acting, writing, advertising and television appearances. However, if James quits that, he might pursue a different path – a career in broadcasting.
Los Angeles Lakers player LeBron James (number 23) looks out toward the crowd during a timeout in the second half of their NBA season opener against the Denver Nuggets at Ball Arena on October 24, 2023 in Denver, Colorado. Los Angeles Lakers player LeBron James (number 23) looks out toward the crowd during a timeout in the second half of their NBA season opener against the Denver Nuggets at Ball Arena on October 24, 2023 in Denver, Colorado. NBA legend and potential future Hall of Famer LeBron James talks about a possible broadcasting career after retirement. Other photos: Justin Tafoya/Getty Images
During a recent interview with the “GoJo & Golic” podcast, James discussed the possibility of going into sports broadcasting after he retires.
“I don’t know. I definitely love the sport, so I think it would be great. I’d love for Tom Brady to do it, he’s done a great job so far. And even if it’s just a guest appearance, maybe it’ll just be a game or two once I retire. But it’s always fun to give back to the sport because it’s given me so much. So I love the word ‘sports,’ whether it’s basketball or football or whatever, because it’s given so much to me and my family. So I think it’s only right that I give back.”
LeBron James discusses possible post-retirement broadcasting career
“I don’t know. I definitely love the sport. I think it would be great. I imagine Tom Brady doing it and he’s been great so far. And even if it’s just a guest appearance, one game, who knows…” pic.twitter.com/lFAvf2Mv6m
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James also singled out NFL legend and future Hall of Famer Tom Brady, who has a lucrative broadcast deal and is currently part of Fox Sports’ “A” team.
For now, Brady is still a work in progress, but his work ethic and drive to be the best will no doubt see him making it big in broadcasting one day. James, like Brady, has the same drive and passion for the sport.
“As a four-time NBA champion, James has unparalleled knowledge of the sport’s history and will bring unique insight, captivating personality and ability to connect with fans.”
James isn’t the first player to make the jump from the basketball court to the booth, with many former players making the switch, including Tony Romo, current Lakers head coach JJ Redick, Reggie Miller and Mark Jackson.
If James were to make that decision, he would undoubtedly be very popular and do a great job.
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