LeBron James to sit out Lakers' preseason opener, per plan to ease in from injury

LeBron James will not play in the Lakers' first preseason game on October 5, 2023.
This is part of a plan to limit James' preseason playing time as he returns from injury.
Lakers coach Darvin Ham says James looks healthy and praised his performance in training camp.
James is expected to play in about half of the Lakers' preseason games before the regular season starts on October 19.
The Lakers will monitor James' workload closely alongside his longtime trainer to manage his health.