Last Updated:October 01, 2025, 15:50 IST
James has the opportunity to become the first player in NBA history to play 23 seasons when the Lakers open the regular season on the 21st of October against Golden State Warriors.
LeBron James of the Los Angeles Lakers (X)
LA Lakers’ star LeBron James sat out of the team’s first practice session of the training camp due to a minor irritation in his glute on Tuesday.
James has the opportunity to become the first player in NBA history to play 23 seasons when the Lakers open the regular season on the 21st of October against Golden State Warriors.
“James has a little bit of nerve irritation in the glute,” head coach JJ Redick said after the workout at the Lakers’ training complex.
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James and the Lakers are focusing on managing the 40-year-old superstar’s workload to prevent injuries and exhaustion, especially during training camp.
Although the top scorer in NBA history might still participate in the preseason, Redick mentioned that the Lakers are “playing the long game with LeBron.”
Last year, James was named to the All-NBA second team after averaging 24.4 points, 8.2 assists, and 7.8 rebounds, while maintaining good health and playing in 70 games. Redick stated that the Lakers aim to keep James in optimal health throughout the season, with the goal of being ready for the playoffs.
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Gabe Vincent (left knee), newcomer Marcus Smart (left Achilles), and rookie Adou Thiero (left knee) also did not fully participate in the Lakers’ first practice.
Los Angeles begins its preseason schedule Friday night in Palm Desert, California, against the Phoenix Suns.
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October 01, 2025, 13:15 IST
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