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LeBron James to Rest Against Bucks Amid Back Management
LeBron James will sit out the 76ers matchup with the Bucks as the team manages his low back pain and sciatica.
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Injury Decision
LeBron James will sit out the 76ers matchup with the Bucks as the team manages his low back pain and sciatica. This marks his first absence of the current season and comes as the club begins its initial back-to-back, with a home contest against the Detroit Pistons the following day.
Prior History
The 41-year-old has dealt with sciatica before, missing the first 14 games last season because of the nerve irritation that affects the gluteal muscles, hamstrings, lower leg and foot. The current step appears aimed at preserving the NBA's oldest player across a long campaign rather than responding to a fresh flare-up.
Early Season Production
Through two games, James has posted 15.5 points per contest while pacing the 76ers with 9.5 rebounds and 6.0 assists. Forward Dean Wade, still recovering from a left ankle sprain, remains questionable and has yet to appear in a game this season.
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