SAN FRANCISCO, CALIFORNIA - DECEMBER 25: LeBron James #23 of the Los Angeles Lakers looks on against the Golden State Warriors during the first half at Chase Center on December 25, 2024 in San Francisco, California. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Thearon W. Henderson/Getty Images) Getty Images
Los Angeles Lakers star LeBron James will be sidelined for the next 3-4 weeks with a sciatica on his right side, according to ESPN’s Shams Charania. This means that he will miss the Lakers opening night game against the Golden State Warriors on October 21st. This marks the first time that James will miss a season opener in his care