James and Davis share the same quote, sparking speculation! To become the best version of oneself, one must go through many farewells.

On August 13, Beijing time, James and Davis shared the same quote on their social media: “To become the best version of oneself, one must go through many farewells.” This has stirred a lot of speculation among fans.

In 2020, James and Davis won an NBA championship for the Lakers in the "bubble" during their first season together. However, the journey of this duo hasn’t been as smooth in the following four and a half years, with the Lakers only making it past the first round of the playoffs in the 2023 season when they reached the Western Conference Finals.

In February of this year, the partnership between James and Davis ended in a shocking manner when the Lakers traded for Doncic from the Mavericks, marking one of the most stunning trades in modern American sports history. Despite acquiring Doncic, the Lakers still fell in the first round of the playoffs, and since then, James has exhibited a somewhat “passive-aggressive” attitude towards the team.

This summer, James opted into a $52 million player option, and shortly after, his agency released a statement that began, “LeBron wants to compete for a championship. He knows the Lakers are building for the future.” Following this, speculation arose that James might find a way to leave Los Angeles, but due to labor agreements, trading him anywhere is nearly impossible. It’s more likely that he is approaching his final season with the Lakers, and after becoming a free agent next summer, he may join a new team.

If James really leaves the Lakers, the Mavericks have been a popular destination, largely due to his relationship with Davis. James and Davis both posted the same content on their Instagram, leading to various conspiracy theories from fans.

They shared a post from popular motivational speaker Jay Shetty. Some fans speculated whether James is hinting that he needs to say goodbye to Los Angeles to become his best self. If so, would his best self be found in Dallas, playing alongside Davis, Irving, and Cooper Flagg?

Some American media speculate that LeBron James will play in the 2026-27 season, but they would be surprised if he is still with the Lakers by then. Certainly, the Lakers drafted his son and provided him with a long-term home, helping his entertainment company get started. However, in the final few seasons of his NBA career, it would feel somewhat odd for him to start a farewell tour in Los Angeles while Doncic is at his peak. Cleveland seems the most fitting place for his farewell season, but playing in Dallas with his two key allies—Irving and Davis—would also be a great choice.

James will still be a Lakers player in the 2025-26 season. However, beyond that, the future of his basketball career remains a significant question mark.