Despite a disappointing first-round playoff exit with the Los Angeles Lakers last season, LeBron James found redemption with Team USA at the Paris Olympics. His team went undefeated, culminating in a gold medal victory against Victor Wembanyama’s Team France in the finals. This triumph is likely to be James’ final Olympic appearance, and he marked the occasion with a new tattoo.
LeBron added to his extensive tattoo collection by getting the Olympic rings inked on his right forearm, sharing the moment with fans on Instagram. He captioned the post, “Back at it my guy!!!!🫡”
During the tournament, James excelled, averaging 14.2 points, 8.2 rebounds, and leading the team with 10.2 assists per game. His outstanding performance not only helped Team USA secure their fifth consecutive gold medal but also earned him the tournament MVP title.
The tattoo quickly attracted attention from NBA fans, eliciting mixed reactions. While many celebrated his tribute to Olympic success, others expressed less enthusiasm about the new ink, showcasing the usual divided opinions on LeBron’s choices.
As James enters his 22nd season with the Lakers, speculation about his retirement looms. Many believe he might step away from the game once his current contract concludes.
In a recent interview on the “GoJo and Golic Show,” LeBron hinted at potential post-retirement plans. “I definitely love the sport. I see Tom Brady doing it, and he’s been great so far. We’ll see, maybe a guest appearance for one or two games when I’m done playing,” he stated.
LeBron recently signed a two-year contract extension with the Lakers, meaning fans may have to wait a while longer to see if he will follow in Brady’s footsteps with a return to the game after retiring.
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