LeBron James Faces Retirement Questions After Lakers' Playoff Exit
Is This The End For LeBron James? Retirement Rumours Loom After OKC Sweep Lakers
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The Los Angeles Lakers were eliminated from the playoffs by the Oklahoma City Thunder, who completed a 4-0 sweep with a 115-110 victory. LeBron James, at 41 years old and in his 23rd NBA season, is now faced with speculation about retirement as he contemplates his future in the league.
- 01Oklahoma City Thunder swept the Los Angeles Lakers 4-0 in the playoffs.
- 02Shai Gilgeous-Alexander scored 35 points, leading the Thunder's victory.
- 03LeBron James recorded 24 points and 14 rebounds in the final game.
- 04James's contract is expiring, raising questions about his future in the NBA.
- 05The Thunder advance to the Western Conference Finals with an 8-0 postseason record.
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The Oklahoma City Thunder defeated the Los Angeles Lakers 115-110, completing a dominant 4-0 playoff sweep and advancing to the Western Conference Finals. Shai Gilgeous-Alexander starred with 35 points, while LeBron James contributed 24 points and 14 rebounds in what could be his final game. At 41 years old, James faces uncertainty about his future as his contract expires this summer. Despite the Lakers' struggles with injuries to key players like Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves, they exceeded expectations by reaching the second round. The Thunder now await the winner of the series between the San Antonio Spurs and Minnesota Timberwolves, currently tied 2-2.
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