LeBron James Clears Air On Future With Lakers, Hopes To Retire With Franchise

LeBron James attempted to clear the air about how he sees the remainder of his career playing out with the Los Angeles Lakers following a number of comments during the All-Star break that suggested he's interested in leaving the franchise.

"This is a franchise I see myself being with. I'm here. I'm here," James said after the Lakers' 105-102 loss to the LA Clippers. "I see myself being with the purple and gold as long as I can play."