LeBron James Hints When He Will Retire From NBA As He Turns 38

• LeBron James has refused to give a number when asked when he may decide to call time on his career
• James turned 38 on Friday and is still going strong
• He's averaging 27.8 points this season and will overtake Kareem Abdul-Jabbar in NBA's all-time scoring list

LA Lakers superstar LeBron James is playing at an elite level as he turns 38 and looks like he's got more to give.

He hasn't revealed what age he intends to retire, but the four-time NBA champion has hinted if his mind and body feel great, he will keep going until he's got nothing to give.

The 38-year-old is averaging 27.8 points, 8.1 rebounds and 6.6 assists in 27 games this season. James has achieved a lot in his career but Lakers struggles this season mean he may leave without winning another title.

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Although he won the 2020 NBA championship with the purple and gold, he has missed the playoffs twice and has been eliminated in the first round.

This season, they are 13th, and there are little signs they will recover to move into playoff positions given Anthony Davis's injury problems.

Still, he has shown he can carry the load of the entire team as he did with the 2018 Cleveland Cavaliers.

LeBron on retirement

Speaking after the Lakers lost 112-98 to his former team Miami Heat, he said he doesn't know when he will retire. He says he can play at the elite level if his mind is good, per ESPN.

"I don't have a number. I know as long as my mind stays in it, I can play at this level for a minute. Now, that's up to my mind. My body is going to be OK because if my mind is into it, I will make sure my body is taken care of and I'll continue to put in the work."

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The four-time MVP has two years and $97 million left on his current contract. Most importantly, he has a player option for that final year, per Slam.

LeBron's hidden message to Lakers

Sports Brief earlier reported on LeBron sending a subtle warning to the Lakers' front office amid the team's struggles in the NBA this season.

He reiterated his desire to win at all costs, a comment which may be directed at the Lakers' front office.

"I'm a winner and I want to win. I want to win and give myself a chance to win, and still compete for championships. That's always been my passion and goal since I entered the league as an 18-year-old kid."