For weeks, James has been dealing with lingering sciatica in his right leg and his return to the court has been up in the air. Now, there’s a flicker of light breaking through the tunnel — one that could soon lead to his long-awaited return.

The Los Angeles Lakers announced Thursday that James has been cleared for contact basketball activity, marking a significant milestone in his recovery from his sciatica issue that sidelined him before the season even began. He’ll be reevaluated by the team’s medical staff in one to two weeks — a window that could align with the Lakers’ return home in mid-November.

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For a player entering his 23rd NBA season, this is uncharted territory — not just for him, but for the sport its

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