Overview
- JJ Redick and ESPN reporting place his target in the second or third week of November with no fixed date.
- The team initially ruled him out for at least three to four weeks in early October after a right-side sciatica diagnosis.
- Medical experts interviewed by outlets say recovery can range from weeks to months and they do not view sciatica alone as a career-ender.
- Charles Barkley publicly questioned the injury explanation, attributing James’ absence to age during on-air comments.
- Agent Rich Paul said James wants to contend and will evaluate what is best after this contract year, adding to speculation about his future.