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LeBron James' All-NBA Streak at Risk Under 65-Game Rule as He Weighs His Future

The Lakers are preparing cautious availability plans that could limit back-to-backs to preserve him for the stretch run.

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LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA - NOVEMBER 18: LeBron James #23 of the Los Angeles Lakers dribbles the ball against Svi Mykhailiuk #10 of the Utah Jazz during the second half at Crypto.com Arena on November 18, 2025 in Los Angeles, 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 Ronald Martinez/Getty Images)
LeBron James #23 of the Los Angeles Lakers looks on against the Utah Jazz during the second quarter at Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles, California.
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Overview

  • Sources told ESPN that James remains undecided on whether this will be his final NBA season.
  • After missing the first 14 games with right-sided sciatica, he returned Nov. 18 and posted 11 points with 12 assists in his debut, then 17 points and eight assists in his second game as the Lakers went 2-0.
  • Because of the 65-game eligibility threshold, he can miss only three more games to qualify for All-NBA, with 11 back-to-backs left on the schedule.
  • Agent Rich Paul said he hopes the 41-year-old does not play back-to-backs, acknowledging that sitting would jeopardize award eligibility.
  • Coach J.J. Redick said nightly availability will be determined with James, longtime trainer Mike Mancias and Dr. Leroy Sims, and James is in the final year of his contract before unrestricted free agency.