LeBron James Still Runs the NBA at 41

For more than two decades, LeBron James has been the face of the NBA. Now, at 41 years old and preparing for what could be his final season, he is proving his influence hasn't faded one bit.

According to NBA Commissioner Adam Silver, the league has delayed releasing its 2026-27 schedule because it is still waiting for LeBron to decide where he will play next season. The uncertainty affects everything from opening night matchups to Christmas Day games and national television broadcasts, all of which depend heavily on where the NBA's biggest attraction lands.