LeBron James treated for two injuries ahead of 2026-27 season
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 5, 2026, 2:27 PM
Last updated Oct 5, 2026
LeBron James is under treatment for two injuries as the Philadelphia 76ers prepare for the 2026-27 NBA season. One concern is chronic arthritis in his left foot, which has caused previous absences. The other issue is lower back pain related to sciatica that sidelined him early last season. This pre-season care raises questions about James' availability and role within Coach Nick Nurse's system, especially as he joins the 76ers for the first time.
- •LeBron James is treated for left foot arthritis and lower back pain.
- •James has a history of managing these injuries during his career.
- •The 76ers aim for a successful 2026-27 season with James' contribution.
- •Jaylen Brown may take on a more significant role in the offense.
- 2:27 PMYahoo Sports — LeBron James has two injuries the 76ers are already treating
"A lot of concern surrounds LeBron James as the 76ers are already treating two scary injuries before the 2026-27 NBA season.
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