Despite the early playoff exit, a silver lining has emerged for the LA Lakers’ future. It is evident that the LA Lakers were not strong enough this year to make it past the first round of playoffs. However, the NBA community has learned about one thing for sure: that the Lakers are not going to be left powerless after LeBron James‘ retirement. King James is turning 40 soon and might retire soon. However, a name that can carry on LeBron’s legacy is Anthony Davis, who proved his resolve to lead this year with his consistent performance. Still, there were speculations that the 31-year-old might leave the game for losing the passion. But was it true?

Recently, the Lakers center got candid about the topic when he asked about the possibility of his retirement on the YouTube podcast show, ‘Join The Lobby.’ While speaking his mind, AD shared his motivation for playing the game more as he stated, “I love it, I still love it. I want to play long enough where my sons can enjoy it. My daughter is enjoying it, she’s old enough. I want my sons to be able to enjoy it.“ Anthony has three children, including two sons and a daughter, Nala Davis. Though his daughter’s life is public, AD is quite private about his sons, as he has not shared their names or ages.

Yet he mentioned in an interview that he was expecting a son in the June 2021 interview. After that, AD and his wife, Marla, tied the knot in September 2021. There were rumors that his son was born around their wedding time. While the Lakers star’s second son came into the world in 2022’s summer. So it appears that AD’s first son is around three years old while the second one is around two years old, according to facts. That’s why Davis wants them to be able to understand and enjoy him playing basketball in the NBA.

Is Anthony Davis still looking to achieve something after holding multiple accolades?

Anthony Davis is a 9x All-Star as well as NBA Champion, apart from being a future hall of famer. Despite being such a decorated NBA player, he is still not satisfied. The son factor is surely motivating him to play the game. But his undying passion is what pushes him to play more. It is still a new experience for him to step on the court, as he mentioned in ‘Join The Lobby.’ “As long as that’s still there, my passion for the game, and my body, shit, I’m gonna keep going until one of them tells my I can’t, “ Davis said about his future plan in the NBA.

Anthony Davis still has three years left on his Lakers contract. To achieve what he is willing to go far, the Lakers office must keep his preferences in mind also for the HC position. After spending 12 seasons in the league, Davis is still ready to give it all. If the head coach’s appointment aligns with Davis’ mind, the team might achieve what they are willing to get in the last four years.

Overall, it depends on how the Lakers front office utilizes the center in the upcoming seasons. A gifted player ready to go all-in only needs all the pieces to lie in the right place. If Rob Pelinka’s office keeps that balance, results will be miraculous. However, it all lies in the unpredictable future.

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