Has LeBron James played his final game as an NBA superstar? After the Los Angeles Lakers were swept by the Oklahoma City Thunder in the second round of the playoffs, bettors are now focused on where the four-time MVP will land next—or if he will retire before the 2026-27 season.
As of May 12, odds from Oddschecker show the most likely outcome is James staying with the Lakers or retiring, listed at +108. A return to the Cleveland Cavaliers follows at +213, while the Golden State Warriors sit at +669. Other notable teams include the Phoenix Suns and Denver Nuggets, both at +900, followed by the San Antonio Spurs and New York Knicks at +2400 each, and the Los Angeles Clippers at +4900. All remaining teams are grouped at +9900.
James led the Lakers to a 53-29 regular-season record this past year, securing the No. 4 seed in the Western Conference. After a first-round victory over the Houston Rockets (4-2), the Lakers were swept by the Thunder in the conference semifinals, putting a sudden end to their postseason run.
Should this second-round exit mark his final chapter, James leaves behind an unmatched legacy over more than two decades. He has won championships with the Cavaliers, Miami Heat, and Lakers, earning Rookie of the Year, four regular-season MVPs, four Finals MVPs, and 22 All-Star selections. Over his career, he has averaged 26.8 points, 7.5 rebounds, and 7.4 assists per game.
