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LeBron Practices With G League as Luka, Reaves Power 8-3 Lakers Toward Mid-November Return

The ramp-up follows an 8–3 start driven by Luka Dončić with Austin Reaves surging into a featured role.

LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA - OCTOBER 21: LeBron James #23 of the Los Angeles Lakers looks on during the third quarter of the game against the Golden State Warriors at Crypto.com Arena on October 21, 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 Harry How/Getty Images)
LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA - FEBRUARY 8: (L-R) LeBron James, Luka Doncic , Rui Hachimura and Austin Reaves of the Los Angeles Lakers celebrate during the first half against the Indiana Pacers at Crypto.com Arena on February 8, 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 Kevork Djansezian/Getty Images)
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Overview

  • LeBron James was cleared for contact on Nov. 6 and will be reevaluated within 1–2 weeks, according to the team.
  • JJ Redick said James is practicing with the South Bay Lakers this week, with a targeted return window of Nov. 18–23, earliest Nov. 18 vs. the Jazz.
  • The Lakers moved to 8–3 after a 121–111 win in Charlotte and now face the defending champion Thunder on Wednesday.
  • Luka Dončić is averaging roughly 37.1 points, 9.4 rebounds and 9.1 assists per game, while Austin Reaves sits around 30.3 points and 9.0 assists.
  • The Dončić–Reaves duo has produced notable early-season milestones, Reaves reiterated he wants to stay in L.A. after declining a summer extension, and outside voices are debating James’ role upon return.