Julius Erving isn't buying the talk of LeBron James potentially retiring: 'He don't look like he going anywhere'

Now in his 22nd season, LeBron James has defied every expectation typically placed on an NBA player nearing their 40th birthday. As one of only two players to reach such a milestone—joining Vince Carter in this exclusive club—James is showing no signs of slowing down.

The four-time NBA champion continues to dominate, putting in performances that rival players half his age.

Still active and balling

LBJ is still playing at a higher level, although his game has changed. He has reduced the intensity of physicality in attacking the rim and tilted towards a more shooting side. Just last season, he achieved a career-high 41.0 percent from three-point range while averaging over 25 points per game.

However, whispers of retirement have grown louder, with the Los Angeles Lakers superstar himself stating that he's nearing the end of his playing days. Yet, not everyone is buying it.

"There's a guy named LeBron out there; he don't look like he going anywhere," said Hall of Famer Julius Erving. "He is [unbelievable], man. I just think in terms of the ways in which guys can preserve themselves these days because I've seen a lot of the machines and gadgetry and stuff like that. And, also the will, I mean, obviously you got to have a will to want to play, and you're very usually incentivized by the money."

After achieving virtually everything in basketball, from four MVPs to being the NBA's all-time leading scorer, LeBron's motivations have shifted. His desire to share the court with his son, Bronny, and make history has already happened.