Bill Simmons compares Los Angeles Lakers’ LeBron James saga to bizarre love triangle amid retirement buzz

LeBron James and the Los Angeles Lakers seem to have a distinct storyline unfolding this summer, which podcaster Bill Simmons finds extremely strange. The Boston Celtics star recently made a humorous comparison about it in his most recent podcast edition.

The comparison was related to LeBron James and his ongoing retirement buzz. Now, according to a Clutch Points story, he may plan to retire as a member of the Purple and Gold and may not leave the NBA after the 2025-2026 season.

LeBron James’ uncertain future sparks wild analogy from Bill Simmons on Los Angeles Lakers’ offseason drama

The L.A. Lakers cherished LeBron James. Although there were allegedly more disappointments than joys, having him reportedly made the team relevant, something they weren't before his arrival. Now, recently, after the news of his possible retirement created a buzz, Bill Simmons said in his podcast:“So they announced the Luka extension..

It’s basically a two-year deal, he has a player option for the third year, and … it sets himself up to make a kajillion dollars in 2028. And then LeBron’s over there and he’s Instagramming out his workouts, and the whole thing is just bizarre to watch.

He continued:“LeBron James has been in control of every situation he’s ever been in basketball-wise.. Who has always held the cards, and this is the first time ever where that’s not the case.

And now the Lakers, it’s almost like watching somebody move in their younger, hotter girlfriend, but the ex-wife is still living in the house, taking selfies of themselves.Bill Simmons finally added:“I’m riveted, I can’t wait to see how this plays out from a media manipulation standpoint over the next two weeks.. I have my fork, my knife, and my plate, my napkins ready to go.”

LeBron James’ retirement buzz has taken over the NBA town. In fact, NBA icon Luka Doncic once said that he doesn’t want the NBA's greatest scorer of all time to push any further.

He wanted him to conclude his career. Meanwhile, there were reports that the NBA powerhouse had chosen to extend his contract by one year. An ESPN report further fueled the flame that said that the NBA powerhouse reportedly felt "disrespected" by the L.A. Lakers' decision to go with Luka Doncic.However, neither the team’s front office nor LeBron James has formally said anything about it as of yet.Also read: Luka Doncic wants LeBron James to finish his career with Los Angeles Lakers despite growing tensions