The Los Angeles Lakers will begin the 2025-26 season against the Golden State Warriors without LeBron James, who is sidelined for 3-4 weeks due to sciatica. This marks a significant loss for the team, as James, the oldest player in the NBA at nearly 41, averaged 24.4 points, 8.2 assists, and 7.8 rebounds last season and is in the final year of his contract.
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