Not only will the Lakers start the 2025-26 NBA season without LeBron James, but he’s been dealing with this sciatica injury for quite some time, making predicting his recovery even harder.

The injury was first revealed when training camp started in late September. LeBron wasn’t ready to participate, but recent reports indicate it’s been an issue for James since at least August.

According to Shams Charania of ESPN, this injury occurred during an on-court workout.

With James’ injury preventing him from training, he’s not only trying to feel better, but his body isn’t in the shape it usually would be at the start of the season.

This is in stark contrast to last year, when James played in the Olympics and felt “really good physically” entering training camp.

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