LeBron Out 3-4 Weeks Due to Sciatica Injury
The Los Angeles Lakers are gearing up for the start of the 2025-26 NBA season without their star player, LeBron James. The 21-time All-Star has been sidelined for three to four weeks due to right-side sciatica.
LeBron James’ Injury Details
This injury marks a challenging beginning for James, who is preparing to enter his 23rd NBA season. At 40 years old, he continues to set records and is in his eighth season with the Lakers. His absence will significantly impact the team’s performance in the early part of the season.
Career Highlights
- LeBron James is a 21-time All-Star.
- Last season, he played 70 games, averaging 24.4 points per game.
- He recorded shooting accuracy of .513, alongside 8.2 assists and 7.8 rebounds per game.
- James logged an average of 34.9 minutes on the court each game.
Upcoming Schedule
The Lakers are set to face off against the Golden State Warriors on Sunday as part of their pre-season. Their regular season begins on October 21, where they will host the same team.
As the Lakers navigate these early games, all eyes will be on how they adjust without their seasoned leader on the floor. The team will undoubtedly need to rally together to compensate for LeBron’s absence as they embark on the new season.
