Miami Heat star LeBron James said that to committing to the US Olympic team is a tough decision for him.
LeBron James is one of the massive name in basketball and had previously put his name forward for London 2012.
But the 26-year-old, who was an integral part of the US team that won Olympic gold in Beijing, admits he is reluctant to give an official thumbs up until his team-mates Dwyane Wade and Chris Bosh reach their own conclusions.
"These two [Wade and Bosh] don't know if they're going yet and if they don't go then it's definitely a tougher decision for myself," James told national sports agency Sportsbeat.
"I've got to roll with my guys, so we'll see what happens.
"I've been to London before and it's a great city. Basketball is continuing to spread. Even though we know it's a huge soccer town, the game of basketball is getting bigger every day."
James had previously stated he would be available, if called on by US coach Mike Krzyzewski.
"Hopefully I'm healthy enough to be a part of that team. Coach K has my number," he said, last year.
Wade was part of the Miami Heat team that visited London for an exhibition game against the New Jersey Nets in 2008 but the 29-year-old appears lukewarm about returning.
"I think we have to see what the best opportunity is for us at that time and where we possibly fit in," he explained.
"And it's about a lot of other things as well. It's an honour for us to even be considered for the team. We'll see.
"London is awesome and I know they're going to put on a first class Olympics. I got the chance to go with Miami for the pre-season. The fans were amazing and we had a great time."
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