The Los Angeles Lakers are set to face the Minnesota Timberwolves in the opening round of the NBA playoffs, and LeBron James shared his thoughts on competing in the postseason during his remarkable 22nd season.

The 22-year veteran states flatly that the team can contend for the championship with the players the Lakers have assembled around him.

LeBron James, the Lakers’ veteran leader, will once again take center stage as he continues to make NBA history. James, who completed his 22nd regular season, became just the second player in league history to reach 22 seasons—joining Vince Carter.