The first episode of LeBron James's Mind the Game podcast since the Los Angeles Lakers were eliminated from the playoffs was released on Thursday. With new co-host Steve Nash, LeBron discussed the Lakers' loss to the Minnesota Timberwolves. He was complimentary of Anthony Edwards's team and explained that it was just a tough matchup for the Lakers.

James, 40, had another strong campaign in Year 22. He finished the season averaging 24.4 points, 7.8 rebounds, and 8.2 assists over 70 games, helping the Lakers to the third seed in a competitive Western Conference. He has continued to defy age and expectations, setting multiple records that further cemented his legacy.

The Lakers’ star says the MCL sprain likely would have caused him to miss the rest of the first-round series had the Lakers defeated Minnesota in Game 5.