For years, fans and analysts have fantasized about LeBron James' retirement. That's why Kenny Aktinson chose took take the high road and didn't want to talk about that possibility. Kenny Aktinson snubs LeBron James homecoming question“Oh man, that’s above my pay grade,” Atkinson said when asked about coaching James. James has earned a reputation for pulling strings and asserting his power to get the team to make moves. James comes with plenty of attention, both good and bad, and they would be wise to want no part of that drama.