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LeBron James is gearing up for his landmark 23rd NBA season at age 40 and the headlines this week are all about his anticipated return to the court. According to multiple Associated Press updates, James has been cleared for contact drills and will practice this week with the Lakers’ G League affiliate, South Bay Lakers, following a spell out due to developing sciatica just before training camp. Lakers coach JJ Redick revealed Monday that LeBron is progressing well, but the actual practice session will take place later in the week since the South Bay squad was off Monday. This marks the first time LeBron has missed the opening games in his career, and notably, the team has refused to announce a specific return date, keeping fans in suspense.
The Lakers managed an impressive 7-2 start despite the absence of James, Luka Doncic, and Austin Reaves, showcasing strong chemistry and resilience. After a rough loss to the undermanned Atlanta Hawks last weekend, the Lakers bounced back with a 121-111 win over Charlotte, where Austin Reaves returned to the lineup, though James is not expected to join the current road trip. The next chance fans might see LeBron return will be at the Lakers’ home game against Utah on November 18. When James does return to the court, he will break the record for most NBA seasons played—a crown fitting for the league’s all-time top scorer, who began his career in 2003.
Off the court, the billionaire mogul continues to live large. A recent YouTube feature by King Luxury detailed his life inside a $36 million Beverly Hills mansion and his other luxury retreats, but emphasized LeBron’s empire-building—his net worth is now pegged at $1.2 billion, a figure confirmed by Boardroom and other business reports. His off-court earnings include a $50 million Lakers salary, a lifetime Nike deal rumored at over a billion, stakes in Spring Hill Company, Blaze Pizza, and international sports franchises like Liverpool FC and Boston Red Sox. Forbes classifies him among the smartest businessmen in entertainment, not just a top athlete.
On the family front, while LeBron stays out of media limelight for now, his wife Savannah James is making headlines with her successful beauty brand launch, as covered by The Times of India and the Everybody’s Crazy podcast. She discussed the pressures of being an entrepreneur and how her latest venture has brought her new fulfillment.
Social media is abuzz with anticipation—fans and teammates alike are eager for LeBron’s return, and Austin Reaves joked that James should play an actual game for South Bay. There’s no significant speculation about retirement, and analysts universally agree that LeBron’s eventual comeback and potential record-breaking season are of enormous historic weight. The dominant storyline: LeBron James is about to set yet another bar in professional sports history, and the world is watching.
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