LeBron James picked up his player option to remain with the Los Angeles Lakers. It represents a calculated decision that did not come without considering a move elsewhere, according to John Hollinger of The Athletic.

LeBron James has been quite the talk of the NBA offseason. His wife just entered the conversation with her dramatic new look.Much has been made of Los Angeles Lakers superstar opting into the final year of his contract and the rumors he’s unhappy about a how the team included Luka Doncic in conversations about the future and he wasn’t aware.

LeBron James recently picked up his $52.6 million player option to play his 23rd NBA season with the Los Angeles Lakers. However, the move has only fueled questions about James’ relationship with the franchise and his willingness to continue playing in Los Angeles or whether he is considering retirement.

LeBron James is one of the greatest players in NBA history, a four-time champion and 20-time All-Star, while LeBron James Jr. was a second-round pick by the Lakers last summer.

LeBron James is the only player in NBA history with over 30,000 points, 10,000 rebounds and 10,000 assists, averaging over 27 points, seven rebounds and seven assists per game throughout his career.