LeBron James recently gave a rare insight into his retirement plans by openly acknowledging that he may be nearing the end of his NBA career. Lakers superstar achieved a triple-double for the third straight game against the Memphis Grizzlies.

At 39 years old, LeBron James continues to play at an incredibly high level. The 20-time All-Star led the Lakers to another win on Wednesday night, totaling 35 points, 14 assists and 12 rebounds to complete his third straight triple-double.

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LeBron James made the sort of history he makes frequently on Wednesday: he became the oldest player to accomplish a feat his younger counterparts practically never reach. This time, it related to triple-doubles.

LeBron James will soon turn 40 years old. Usually, by this time in their careers, most NBA players are either retired or barely play like their prime selves. However, the Los Angeles Lakers superstar continues to defy the odds in his 22nd season of his NBA career.

I asked LeBron James, after having three triple-doubles in three straight games just shy of turning 40, how long he could do this if he wanted: “I’m not going to play that

Los Angeles Lakers superstar LeBron James has seemed to be the first athlete truly capable of defeating Father Time. James recorded his third straight triple-double on Wednesday night against the Memphis Grizzlies.