LeBron James has missed the beginning of the NBA season due to sciatica. Lakers head coach JJ Redick recently provided an update on LeBron's expected return date.
Assuming no complications in his recovery, LeBron is expected to miss the Lakers' upcoming long road trip and likely return to play against the Utah Jazz in November. The Lakers face Utah in back-to-back games, which could offer a gradual path for LeBron to regain his form.
"Barring any setbacks in LeBron's recovery, I assume that he will sit out the Lakers long road trip and return to action against the Utah Jazz."
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Summary: LeBron James is sidelined with sciatica but is expected to return mid-November, preparing during back-to-back games against the Utah Jazz before facing the LA Clippers.