LeBron James ruled out for Sixers' game against Bucks
The 41-year-old will miss his first game as a Sixer after averaging 15.5 points, 9.5 rebounds and 6.0 assists in two starts.
- On Saturday, the Philadelphia 76ers ruled star forward LeBron James out for the contest against the Milwaukee Bucks, citing lower back pain and sciatica management for the 41-year-old.
- James has managed sciatica since the 2025-26 season, necessitating a careful maintenance plan to ensure his availability throughout the year.
- Through two games, James averaged 15.5 points, 9.5 rebounds, and 6.0 assists, helping the 2-0 Sixers secure a 114-106 comeback victory against the Cleveland Cavaliers on Thursday.
- Saturday marks the first game of a back-to-back series, with Philadelphia hosting the Detroit Pistons on Sunday; Dominick Barlow, Tacko Fall, and Ariel Hukporti also remain sidelined.
- Sixers head coach Nick Nurse emphasized the team's primary goal is ensuring key stars remain healthy for the playoffs, so the organization intends to rest James periodically during the regular season.
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76ers’ LeBron James (back management) out vs. visiting Bucks - Regional Media News
By Field Level Media Oct 24 (Field Level Media) - Philadelphia 76ers star LeBron James has been ruled out of Saturday's game against the visiting Milwaukee Bucks because of lower back management. The 41-year-old has been managing sciatica since the start of the 2025-26 season [...]
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Independent EspañolThe 41-year-old player will not be in Saturday's duel against Milwaukee for discomfort on his lower back. Philadelphia faces Detroit on Sunday.The team has won their first two matches, surpassing last season's champions and finalists, highlighting a historic comeback.
Is LeBron James Playing Today? Philadelphia 76ers vs. Milwaukee Bucks Injury Report, Status and Latest Update
LeBron James is questionable for the Philadelphia 76ers vs. Milwaukee Bucks matchup due to back and sciatica management. Check his latest injury status and availability ahead of Saturday's game.
LeBron James to miss Sixers’ game vs. Milwaukee Bucks to manage back issue, sciatica
Additionally, Dean Wade remains questionable. Joel Embiid is not listed on Saturday's injury report after previously saying he'll only play in one game of this weekend's back-to-back.
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