Here Are Three Predictions For LeBron James' "The Decision 2"

LeBron James’ blockbuster announcement is just hours away, and fans can’t stop thinking about the possibilities. Is the King going to deliver news on his career? Could the bombshell be about his endeavors off the court? Perhaps his family is involved?

15 years ago, James created one of television’s most memorable moments when he announced that he’d be leaving the Cleveland Cavaliers and joining the Miami Heat. This special broadcast was dubbed “The Decision,” and now, it appears that social media will be the platform for “The Decision 2.0.”

What could be in store for James and the NBA community with this much-anticipated announcement? Here are three possibilities.

LeBron James has a retirement date in mind

The most obvious one, of course, is a bittersweet reality that NBA fans would have to face sooner or later. James has finally made up his mind on the timetable of his retirement.

The thought of an NBA without LBJ will take some getting used to, but it’s an inevitable scenario. James turns 41 this December, and despite the fact that he’s invested millions of dollars in physical maintenance, Father Time will eventually prevail over the four-time NBA champion.

James could announce that the 2025-26 campaign will be his last, or he could say that his final year is coming in the near future. Either way, millions of fans will be heartbroken when they hear this announcement with a tone of finality.

LeBron James has a new project

One of the smartest minds that the NBA has ever seen, James is all too aware of the attention that he could draw with a much-anticipated announcement. With people expecting retirement news, the Los Angeles Lakers superstar could capitalize on the attention and announce a new project.

James has several pursuits off the court, and his new endeavor could be a media venture, a business transaction, or a sports matter. This year, there have been multiple reports regarding James’ plans to launch a fresh league with a supposedly European flavor. Any of these things could be the subject of his bombshell.

LeBron James has something to say about his family

One other way to characterize James is as a devoted family man. While several fans are anticipating some blockbuster move, James could actually be announcing something that’s (literally) close to home.

Whether that means a fourth child on the way or some important development in the career of either Bronny or Bryce James, LBJ would not back down from drumming up excitement for news that’s near and dear to him.

Written by Dave Blinebury

Dave Blinebury is a sports die-hard who has written extensively about the careers and achievements of NBA athletes. He has also covered the intensity of FIBA tournaments, watched Brittney Sykes sink the title-clinching shot in the first season of Unrivaled, and waxed poetic about Olympic boxing.