Still not convinced! In addition to James, these five veterans over 38 years old are still expected to continue to compete in the NBA!

Not long ago, LeBron James and his agent team made their decision that the 40-year-old James will execute his last year contract and will continue to stay with the Lakers next season. The oldest player at the active service is also basically confirmed that he will remain in the NBA at the age of 41. Coincidentally, in addition to James, there are several veterans over 38 years old in the league. Except for Ty Gibson, the rest of them have not convinced themselves. They will basically continue to compete in the NBA next season, and some of them have even completed the contract renewal. Let’s take a look at who these veterans are, and how their performance this season and what their prospects will be next season!

1. Chris Paul

This season's data: 8.8 points, 3.6 rebounds, 7.4 assists and 1.3 steals

First of all, Paul, who is also 40 years old, has played 82 games with the Spurs this season. Although he has not been able to make the playoffs, his performance is still quite good overall. With limited shooting rights, Paul devoted more energy to the organization and defense, and averaged 8.8 points, 3.6 rebounds, 7.4 assists and 1.3 steals per game. Under his leadership, the Spurs once entered the ranks of the playoffs. Unfortunately, because Victor Vinbanyama unexpectedly suffered a blood clot injury, the Spurs had to strategically give up this season. Now, Paul, who has become a free agent, has become the target of many teams, including the Lakers, Clippers, Mavericks and other powerful teams. As for Paul's performance last season, even if he goes to a championship-level team, he is also competent for the starting position. According to Paul's team, the 40-year-old veteran wants to continue to compete for a year, so Paul's fans can look forward to seeing which team CP3 will join!

2. Kyle Lowry

This season's data: 3.9 points, 1.9 rebounds, 2.7 assists and 0.9 steals

Lowry, who entered the NBA at the same time as Paul, is now 39 years old. However, according to the 76ers' follow-up reporter, the whole team hopes that the legendary veteran can continue to stay in Philadelphia for the last year. Although Lowry's average game data last season has dropped to 3.9 points, 1.9 rebounds, 2.7 assists and 0.9 steals, he is no longer the top point guard in the Raptors' era, and has only played 35 games, but Lowry still has a lot of effect on and off the field for the current 76ers. With limited playing time, he can control the rhythm of the game and effectively sort out the offense of goals. After all, his assist-return ratio was still as high as 4.6 last season, and his assist-return ratio was an astonishing 38.4. Off the court, he was able to play the role of a spiritual leader in the locker room. Although he has not played for a long time in the Sixers, Lowry himself is a Philadelphia native, which is his hometown team, so the 76ers respect the veteran very much. Moreover, in Lowry's current situation, he is likely to only ask for a maximum salary for a veteran, so there is basically no harm in keeping Lowry.

3. Jarret Temple

This season's data: 1.9 points, 1 rebound, 1.1 assists

Not long ago, the Raptors had publicly announced that they had completed a contract renewal with 39-year-old veteran Temple, while the contract was only 1 year and $3.6 million, which is a standard veteran's basic salary. After signing this contract, it means that Temple will spend his 40th birthday in the NBA without much surprise. Although he was not selected that year, entered the NBA at the age of 23, and had many teams wandering in his career, Temple's career attitude is worthy of recognition. The Raptors' intention to renew Temple's contract is also very obvious, that is, they hope that the veteran can serve as the team's spiritual leader next season. Many fans may not know that although Temple performed a tie, he is the vice chairman of the NBA Players' Union and has a lot of say. Moreover, after playing in the NBA for many years, Temple has a lot of experience in many tactical systems. According to an anonymous vote of NBA players, Temple directly ranks among the top players after retirement, which is enough to prove his value. Therefore, although the role on the field is already very limited, Temple is definitely a trustworthy big brother off the field.

4. Al Horford

This season's data: 9 points, 6.2 rebounds, 2.1 assists and 0.9 blocks

Although he failed to help the team achieve the defensive career this season, the 39-year-old old Tanhua Horford showed a good state. In the regular season, he can still output 9 points, 6.2 rebounds, 2.1 assists and 0.9 blocks, and he can do both the inside and the outside of the offensive end, and he has good support skills. On the defensive end, he can still give young centers enough restrictions, with an astonishing defensive efficiency of 108.1 and a net efficiency of 11.5, which is enough to prove that even though Horford is 39 years old, he is still the best blue-collar player in the NBA. After the contract expired, in addition to the Celtics hoping that he could stay, many championship teams are also actively making quotes on him. Of course, according to Horford's past habits and choices, no big surprise, he will stay in the Celtics. After all, he has been in Boston for the first time since the 16-17 season. He has also fought with the Celtics for 7 seasons and helped the team win a championship. As far as he continues to stay with the team, his No. 42 jersey is likely to float above the North Shore TD Garden Stadium after he retires..

5. Jeff Green

This season's data: 5.4 points, 1.8 rebounds and 0.6 assists

Finally, let's talk about Jeff Green. He is about to turn 39, and his whole career is also very bumpy. Due to heart problems, he was once suspected of not being able to continue his NBA career. However, after undergoing surgery, Green still bravely returned to the NBA and ended his hard work in the 22-23 season. As one of the Nuggets' rotations, he helped the team win the championship. After that, he joined the Rockets and became one of the team's locker room leaders. Last season, although Green's playing time was further shortened to only 12.4 minutes, as long as he could play, he could make an immediate contribution, and averaged 5.4 points, 1.8 rebounds and 0.6 assists per game, with shooting and three-point shooting percentages reaching 50.4% and 36.7% respectively. According to Rockets' followers reporters, the Rockets hope to keep the veteran, so that Green will become teammates in the third team with Kevin Durant. Of course, whether to choose to stay with the Rockets depends on Green's own attitude.