US EditionLakers vs. Jazz Prediction, Odds: NBA Picks for LeBron James' Potential Debut
LeBron James aims to play after missing 14 games with sciatica, as the Lakers hold a 10-4 season start and chase a historic 23rd NBA season.
- After returning to practice Monday, LeBron James, the 40-year-old forward, was upgraded to questionable for Tuesday's game against the Utah Jazz at Crypto.com Arena, aiming for his season debut.
- Following a strong start this season, the Lakers are 10-4, and sources say LeBron James 'is itching to get back on the court.'
- Led by Luka Dončić's 34.4 points, 8.9 rebounds and 8.9 assists, Austin Reaves scores 28.3 points, while LeBron James averages 24.4 points, 7.8 rebounds, and 8.2 assists in his 22nd NBA season.
- Team officials say they will be cautious, avoiding risks in pregame preparations as ESPN's Shams Charania reported sources say LeBron James 'is itching to get back on the court' and will monitor his body over the next 24 hours-plus before Tuesday's 10:30 p.m. ET game.
- Beyond the game, the milestone is that LeBron James would become the first player in NBA history to appear in a 23rd NBA season if he plays Tuesday.
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