Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves are rallying for LeBron James to extend his career, even as he misses the beginning of his 23rd NBA season.

Even though LeBron James' tease earlier this week that briefly sent fans into a frenzy about a potential retirement announcement turned out to be an ad reveal, the actual timeframe for the future Hall of Famer to talk away from the NBA is a mystery to everyone.

The timing was impossible to predict. Then again, no injury is predictable, even outside of sports. But especially in the sports sector. A team could appear to

The veteran guard, who has been dealing with Achilles tendinopathy, took part in most of practice and displayed his defensive tenacity and communication.

The Lakers' lineup could vary night by night depending on who they face. They could take a smaller approach by putting Marcus Smart at the shooting guard spot, moving Austin Reaves into the small forward position and having Rui Hachimura take on power forward duties.

LeBron James was always going to approach his 23rd season differently. A sciatic nerve issue will make him even more conservative.

LeBron sat in front of the media last week for the annual media day. The first question he was hit with was a retirement update. The four-time NBA champion is entering season No.