This season, LeBron James played excellent basketball as usual despite turning 40 years of age and being in his 22nd year in the NBA. But his Los Angeles Lakers lost in the first round of the playoffs to the Minnesota Timberwolves in five games, which was pretty surprising, especially considering many felt they had a real shot at reaching the NBA Finals.

Following that playoff elimination, James was asked how much longer he plans to keep playing, and he said he couldn't give an answer. He has a player option for next season, and most expect him to remain with the Lakers for at least one more year.

Rich Paul, James' longtime agent, made an appearance on "The Rich Eisen Show" and said he has "no idea" how much longer the four-time MVP will stay in the league.

James said after L.A.'s final playoff game that he will discuss his basketball future with his family at some point.

He is in a favorable position as far as having a shot at his fifth NBA championship. The Lakers now have the 26-year-old Luka Doncic, and they're very intent on addressing their very weak center rotation, as well as improving their wing depth this offseason.

Successfully doing both could very well result in the storied franchise's 18th world title next June, as well as another notch on James' belt, assuming he returns for his 23rd campaign.