Would the four-time NBA champion and basketball savant transition into coaching, following in the footsteps of other greats? LeBron has now put those rumors to rest with a clear and emphatic answer.

During a recent episode of his “Mind the Game” podcast, co-hosted with former NBA star and coach Steve Nash, LeBron addressed a fan’s burning question about whether he’d ever consider coaching an NBA team after retirement.

Nash, whose own coaching stint with the Brooklyn Nets was brief and turbulent, advised against it, saying, “Please don’t coach.”

LeBron immediately agreed, laughing and responding, “There’s no way, no way, guys. It ain’t happening. No team. Zero chance.”

LeBron’s blunt dismissal of a future in coaching is notable given his reputation as one of basketball’s highest-IQ players and his frequent role as an on-court leader. Fans and analysts have often dubbed him “LeCoach” or “LeGM” for his influence on strategy and roster moves, fueling speculation that he might one day take the reins from the bench.

However, LeBron’s answer leaves no ambiguity: coaching is not in his post-playing plans.

Looking beyond the sidelines: what is next for LeBron?

LeBron’s definitive stance puts him in the company of other all-time greats like Michael Jordan, who also chose not to coach after retiring, instead focusing on ownership and media opportunities. James has already shown interest in sports ownership through his stake in Fenway Sports Group and has hinted at possible ventures in entertainment and media after basketball.

While he has not ruled out other roles in the NBA ecosystem—such as ownership, front office involvement, or media—coaching is off the table. As LeBron weighs his immediate future, including a potential $52.6 million player option with the Lakers, his long-term plans will likely continue to draw attention.

But for those hoping to see him pacing the sidelines with a clipboard, LeBron’s message is clear: “It ain’t happening.”

For now, the basketball world can only speculate about what LeBron’s next chapter will look like—but it will not include coaching an NBA team.