LeBron James will return to No. 23 next season after changing from No. 6

LeBron James is not just coming back for a 21st season, he’s coming back in his initial consistent number.

James will return to No. 23 next season, a relocation the Los Angeles Lakers exposed Saturday by tweeting a image of his back with James’ name and number proving on the gold jersey.

James hasactually rotated inbetween No. 23 and No. 6 after using 23 when he wentinto the NBA in 2003 with the Cleveland Cavaliers. He was in No. 6 while endingupbeing the NBA’s profession scoring leader last season, a number now retired by the league following the death of Boston Celtics Hall of Famer Bill Russell.

Rich Paul, James’ representative, informed ESPN that James chose to make the switch out of regard for Russell.

James stated Wednesday throughout the broadcast of the ESPY Awards that he would continue playing next season.

Reporting by The Associated Press.