Los Angeles was bounced in five games by a younger, quicker, and more determined Timberwolves squad — and to make matters worse, James suffered a Grade 2 MCL sprain in his left knee that required surgery.

While Los Angeles Lakers star LeBron James knows the end of his legendary NBA career is drawing nearer, he's thankful he isn't feeling any outside pressure to retire.

The Los Angeles Lakers are set to have a busy offseason, but the biggest question lingering over the franchise is the future of LeBron James. He’s fresh off another All-NBA season, but he’s 40 and has already given 22 years to the NBA.