LeBron James ruled out for 76ers game against Bucks due to back injury
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 24, 2026, 7:10 PM
Last updated Oct 24, 2026
LeBron James will not play for the Philadelphia 76ers against the Milwaukee Bucks on October 24, 2026, due to low back and sciatica management. This marks his first absence since joining the 76ers, who are currently 2-0 this season. Initially listed as questionable, James's status was downgraded prior to the game. His absence comes during a back-to-back for the team, and Joel Embiid is expected to play. The 76ers will need to adjust their lineup, with Tyrese Maxey and Jaylen Brown taking on larger roles in James's absence.
- •James is out due to low back and sciatica issues.
- •Philadelphia is 2-0, coming off victories against New York and Cleveland.
- •James had a strong start to the season with 15.5 points and 9.5 rebounds per game.
- •Joel Embiid is expected to be available for the game.
- •The matchup against the Bucks may test Philadelphia's depth.
- 7:10 PMYahoo Sports — LeBron James injured, ruled out ahead of matchup vs Bucks
"It's only the first week of the NBA season and LeBron is already hurt.
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