Lakers Receive Major Update on LeBron James
The Los Angeles Lakers improved to a 7-2 record after a close 118-116 victory over the San Antonio Spurs on Wednesday night. They currently occupy the second seed in the Western Conference, even without LeBron James on the court.
James has been dealing with sciatica on the right side of his back, but fans received encouraging news about his recovery. According to ESPN’s Shams Charania, James has been cleared to resume contact basketball workouts.
"Lakers' LeBron James has officially been cleared for contact basketball activities and will be re-evaluated in one to two weeks. Next step, ramping up to 5-on-5 action."
This development marks a significant milestone for the Lakers, who have already demonstrated strong performance in James’ absence. Their 7-2 start is the best record they have posted over any nine-game stretch without him playing.
For now, James will not travel with the team on their upcoming five-game road trip. Instead, he plans to continue his rehabilitation at the Lakers’ facilities. The organization remains committed to prioritizing long-term health and recovery instead of rushing his return.
Author’s Summary
LeBron James has been cleared for contact practice, signaling a possible return soon, while the Lakers maintain an impressive run without him.