Lakers’ LeBron James says he could – but won’t – play at a high level for ‘another 5-7 years’

EL SEGUNDO — When LeBron James steps on the court for the Lakers’ game against the Cleveland Cavaliers on Tuesday night at Crypto.com Arena, he’ll add another accomplishment to his extraordinary list by becoming part of an exclusive club of people to play in the NBA after turning 40 years old.

James, who turned 40 on Monday, will become the 32nd player in league history to appear in an NBA game (regular season and playoffs) after their 40th birthday.

He’ll be the first player since...