While Los Angeles Lakers star LeBron James knows the end of his legendary NBA career is drawing nearer, he's thankful he isn't feeling any outside pressure to retire.

LeBron James waisted no time in calling out the rigid standards of NBA success when celebrating the legacies of three legends.

Big LeBron James Announcement Turns Heads on Monday originally appeared on Athlon Sports. LeBron James is coming off his 22nd season in the NBA, having led the Los Angeles Lakers to the playoffs.

On a recent episode of Mind the Game, LeBron James addressed a fan-submitted question that caught his attention. During the conversation, co-host and fellow NBA legend Steve Nash asked LeBron which team he would like to coach if he ever chose to step into that role after retirement. In response, Bron quickly shut down the idea.

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander continues historic playoff run; beats Michael Jordan and LeBron James following Game 5 NBA Finals win against the Indiana Pacers.

LeBron James entered the NBA in 2003 straight out of high school. The Cleveland Cavaliers drafted him with the No. 1 overall pick in the loaded 2003 NBA Draft, which featured Hall of Famers Carmelo Anthony, Dwyane Wade and Chris Bosh.

As the offseason gets going, the biggest question around the Los Angeles Lakers remains what the future holds for star forward LeBron James. James is eligible to enter free agency by declining his player option for next season.