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Los Angeles Lakers legend, LeBron James, has been diagnosed with sciatica and will miss the beginning of the upcoming NBA season.
This marks the 23rd season for the four-time NBA champion and four-time MVP.
According to Shams Charania, he is expected to be out for “at least three to four weeks” due to this condition.
The sciatica is reported to be affecting his right side, adding to the list of injuries the 40-year-old has experienced in recent months.
Last season, James sprained the medial collateral ligament in his left knee, which caused him to miss some time during the playoffs.
Additionally, he dealt with nerve irritation in his glute and was unable to start training camp on time.
What is sciatica?
Sciatica is a condition characterized by pain that radiates along the path of the sciatic nerve, which runs down one or both legs from the lower back.
How long will LeBron be out due to his injury?
LeBron James is expected to be sidelined for at least three to four weeks.
What other injuries has LeBron sustained recently?
Recently, LeBron has dealt with a sprained medial collateral ligament in his left knee and nerve irritation in his glute.
