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LeBron James Completes First Full Lakers Practice With Tuesday Availability TBD

The 40-year-old is returning from sciatica with the Lakers taking a cautious day-to-day ramp-up.

Oct 24, 2025; Los Angeles, California, USA; Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James poses in the Arizona Wildcats jersey of his son Bryce James (6) during the game against the Minnesota Timberwolves at Crypto.com Arena. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images
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EL SEGUNDO, CALIFORNIA - SEPTEMBER 29: LeBron James #23 of the Los Angeles Lakers speaks with the media during Los Angeles Lakers Media Day at UCLA Health Training Center on September 29, 2025 in El Segundo, 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)
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Overview

  • James went through a full 5‑on‑5 session Monday in El Segundo, his first full practice with the team since last season.
  • Coach JJ Redick said his status for Tuesday against the Jazz remains to be determined, with a decision based on how he feels after practice and at shootaround.
  • James said conditioning is still catching up and he is not fully pain‑free, describing the focus on mobility work and recovery.
  • He ramped up last week with the South Bay Lakers to get controlled five‑on‑five reps before rejoining the main roster.
  • The Lakers are 10‑4 without him, and his eventual return would mark an NBA‑record 23rd season as the team manages his reintegration.