For the first time in his career, the Lakers star is on an expiring contract. He should follow Kobe Bryant's lead and enjoy the final act, writes Bill Plaschke.

One NBA executive told Hoops Wire that he thinks James and the team's front office are "butting heads," citing the fact that the team hasn't officially announced the superstar's decision to opt in (h/t Lakers Daily ).

Media personality Skip Bayless has made a living off criticizing LeBron James over the years. It's rare for him to drop any positivity toward James but he somehow found a way to do it recently. Bayless updated his Top 10 NBA players list of all-time.

Bad Bunny, like many other artists, has name-dropped James multiple times in his songs, and he's also been spotted sitting courtside at Lakers games. He participated in the NBA's celebrity All-Star Game and is an avid basketball fan.