LeBron James Will Reportedly Miss Lakers' Road Trip, Latest Timeline for Injury Return

LeBron James to Miss Lakers Road Trip Amid Sciatica Recovery

Los Angeles Lakers star LeBron James will stay behind as the team embarks on a five-game road trip beginning Saturday. According to ESPN's Shams Charania, he continues to recover from right-side sciatica and is progressing toward a return.

Charania noted that the next stage in James’ rehabilitation involves participating in live 5-on-5 sessions, potentially against G League opponents or upon the Lakers’ return in November.

“Team personnel are operating under the belief that James' debut will come around mid-November,” reported Charania.

Timeline of the Injury

The Lakers disclosed in September that James was dealing with nerve irritation in his right glute, sidelining him through the preseason. The team subsequently confirmed he would miss the season opener against the Golden State Warriors due to the same issue.

By mid-October, reports indicated that James was eyeing a mid-November comeback. In his absence, Los Angeles has opened the season with a 6–2 record.

Durability and Recent Performance

At 41, James remains the oldest active player in the NBA, yet he continues to demonstrate remarkable resilience. He appeared in 71 games two seasons ago and played 70 games during the 2024–25 campaign, averaging 24.4 points, 8.2 assists, and 7.8 rebounds per game.

While minor injuries are expected at his age, James’ conditioning has helped the Lakers avoid overreliance on him. Thankfully, the presence of Luka Dončić provides valuable offensive depth.

Author’s Summary

LeBron James will miss the Lakers’ road trip as he recovers from a nerve irritation, targeting a mid-November return while the team thrives behind Luka Dončić.

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