LeBron James is building anticipation for a major proclamation scheduled to be revealed Tuesday evening, Lithuanian time. The Los Angeles Lakers star posted a cryptic message alongside a video of himself seated on a basketball court, sparking widespread speculation among fans.
The announcement, dubbed “The Second Decision” by some, alludes to James’s 2010 “The decision” broadcast where he announced his departure from the Cleveland Cavaliers for the Miami Heat. However, according to Clutch Points journalist Brett Siegel, this reveal is not related to a change in teams or career path. Siegel reports James has a notable deal with Amazon coinciding with the start of “Prime Day” on Tuesday, suggesting a commercial partnership will be unveiled.
Last season, James averaged 24.4 points, 7.8 rebounds, and 8.2 assists per game for the Lakers. The timing of this announcement,and the purposeful echo of his previous high-profile decision,indicates a carefully orchestrated marketing campaign designed to maximize attention for Amazon’s major sales event.