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On YouTubeLeBron James News / Lakers Nation / October 21
LeBron James Will Wear All-NBA Jersey Patch For 2025-26 Season Debut
Los Angeles Lakers superstar LeBron James is not yet ready to make his debut for the 2025-26 season. He is dealing with sciatica on his right side and is reportedly targeting a mid-November return date to the Lakers lineup.
The 'Most 2,000-point NBA seasons' quiz
How many of the NBA players with multiple 2,000-point season since the NBA/ABA merger in 1976-77 can you name in six minutes?
Los Angeles Lakers News / Larry Brown Sports / October 21
Russell Westbrook thought LeBron James was a phony
LeBron James and Russell Westbrook were never a good fit on the court during their brief tenure together with the Los Angeles Lakers, and it has since become abundantly clear that the same was true away from the floor.
The 25 greatest nicknames in NBA history
Hakeem The Dream, Clyde The Glide, Magic: The NBA has produced some incredible nicknames over the decades. Some, like Magic and Penny, have even come to largely replace the player's actual name.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Sporting News / October 21
LeBron James’ reaction to Lakers' Anthony Davis-Luka Doncic trade revealed 
LeBron James' response said it all.
NBA News / NBA on ClutchPoints / October 21
Hawks get preseason endorsement from LeBron James, Steve Nash
On Wednesday evening, the Atlanta Hawks will kick off their 2025-26 NBA season with a home game against the Toronto Raptors. This season is the most highly anticipated in years for the Hawks after their offseason additions, including trading for Kristaps Porzingis and signing Nickeil Alexander-Walker, among other moves.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / October 21
Lakers Fans Called Out as Big Losers of 2025-26 Preseason
Andy Bailey of Bleacher Report recently came out with an article that analyzed the start of the 2025-26 NBA season. The writer specifically looked at the preseason portion of the schedule — deeming some teams "winners" and some "losers" based on what transpired.
Los Angeles Lakers News / NBA Analysis Network / October 21
Kevin Garnett says JJ Redick should have been fired after what he did to LeBron James
NBA legend Kevin Garnett has saved a red hot take for the eve of the NBA season. The LA Lakers begin this new NBA season without LeBron James, with the superstar sidelined with a sciatica injury.
NBA News / Dallas Hoops Journal / October 21
Los Angeles Lakers’ LeBron James Believes Dallas Mavericks Will Be ‘Super Intriguing’ This Season
NBA legend LeBron James of the Los Angeles Lakers believes the Dallas Mavericks will be “super intriguing” this season. The Mavericks have a talented roster, headlined by Anthony Davis, Kyrie Irving, Klay Thompson, Cooper Flagg and Daniel Gafford.
NBA News / NBA Analysis Network / October 21
LeBron James comments on Denver Nuggets losing Russell Westbrook and their offseason additions
LA Lakers star LeBron James feels the Denver Nuggets are stronger this season than they were when they finished it. While Stephen A. Smith has written off the Denver Nuggets chances of winning the 2025-26 championship, many astute minds regard them as strong contenders.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / October 21
Lakers Notes: Bronny James Injury Update, Concerning LeBron Timeline, JJ Redick Calls Out Team
After quite a long offseason, the Los Angeles Lakers will finally play regular season basketball today. LA also has an update on Bronny James ahead of the season opener.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Larry Brown Sports / October 21
Stephen A. Smith thinks LeBron James set him up with confrontation
Stephen A. Smith believes that LeBron James has it out for him, and the longtime ESPN analyst says the infamous confrontation he had with LeBron earlier this year was evidence of that.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Yardbarker / October 21
Injuries galore: Five All-Stars who will miss the NBA season opener
Injuries significantly marred the 2025 NBA playoffs, and unfortunately, a similar pattern will persist at the start of the new season.
Los Angeles Lakers News / The SportsRush / October 21
Obsessing Over Golf, LeBron James Discussed His Receding Hairline in the Middle of the Hall of Fame with Michael Redd
Old teammates who led team USA to glory had a chance to catch up and share the spotlight at July’s Hall of Fame ceremony. Michael Redd, who last saw LeBron James at the 2022 All-Star game, had some rather interesting conversations with the King, and also learned just how much his life has changed.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Athlon Sports / October 20
Lakers Announce Bronny James News on Monday
Los Angeles Lakers guard Bronny James is set to begin his second NBA season after being drafted No. 55 overall out of USC in 2024. Making his professional debut alongside his father LeBron James on opening night last year, the 6-foot-2 guard ended up appearing in 27 games for the Lakers in his rookie campaign.
NBA News / Athlon Sports / October 20
Warriors' Steve Kerr Lets Slip Hidden LeBron James Strategy Ahead of Tuesday Game at Lakers
Steve Kerr and his staff treat LeBron James differently from other opponents Kerr had words of respect for the new slimmed down Luka Doncic The Dubs have a big game at LA on Tuesday night The Golden State Warriors are scheduled to face the Los Angeles Lakers Tuesday night in a marquee matchup to tip off the 2025-26 NBA season.
NBA News / Yardbarker / October 20
Russell Westbrook outs ‘fake’ LeBron James in tell-all book
What do Skip Bayless, Enes Kanter and — now — Russell Westbrook all have in common? They aren't the biggest fans of LeBron James.
LeBron James News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / October 20
Lakers' LeBron James Receives Concerning Injury Timeline Prediction From Rival Exec
An anonymous NBA executive believes Los Angeles Lakers superstar LeBron James' sciatica will keep him out for longer than originally expected. The Lakers announced James' injury Oct.
NBA News / Yardbarker / October 21
How Will Smith played a key role in Russell Westbrook's Lakers downfall
Westbrook’s tenure with the Lakers was one of the most scrutinized stretches of his Hall of Fame career.
LeBron James News / Fadeaway World / October 20
LeBron James Has Outlasted 8 Rookie Of The Year Winners Who Came After Him
LeBron James is entering his 23rd NBA season, an almost unthinkable milestone that continues to redefine longevity in professional basketball. At 40 years old, he’s still producing at an elite level, still the face of the league, and still defying the passage of time.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / October 20
Jarred Vanderbilt: Lakers Have To ‘Hold Down The Fort’ Until LeBron James Comes Back
The Los Angeles Lakers have already been dealt a blow before the season even begins as superstar LeBron James is dealing with sciatica and is expected to miss the start of the regular season.
NBA News / Yardbarker / October 20
Kevin Durant finally defeats LeBron James in a career milestone
Durant, 37, will likely never surpass James in countless other NBA accolades.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / October 19
It’s Time for Lakers to Trade LeBron James While They Still Can
The Los Angeles Lakers need to move on from their second-best player sooner rather than later. Future Hall of Fame forward LeBron James has felt like the odd man out since LA traded away former 10-time All-Star big man Anthony Davis to the Dallas Mavericks in exchange for five-time All-NBA First Team guard Luka Doncic.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / October 17
Topps Unveils First-Ever LeBron James Autographed Lakers Card
Los Angeles Lakers star LeBron James is entering a historic campaign for multiple reasons. First and foremost, this is his 23rd NBA season. Once he takes the floor for the first time, he’ll become the first player in league history to have played in that many seasons.
LeBron James News / Larry Brown Sports / October 16
Concerning report emerges about LeBron James' health
LeBron James is set to miss the start of the regular season and possibly a good chunk of time beyond that as well.
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