LeBron Wears Arizona Jersey for Bryce, Lakers Await Return

Merlin sees LeBron James sitting courtside in an Arizona jersey, quietly reppping son Bryce while the star’s 2025-26 debut is delayed by right-side sciatica. Bryce made his first college exhibition appearance in Arizona’s Red‑Blue Showcase, and coach Tommy Lloyd called a redshirt “a possibility.” The Lakers, still seeking their first win, feel the absence on and off the court. Merlin notes the tale is as much about legacy as lineup. LeBron’s support signals patience; a redshirt would buy Bryce development time without burning eligibility. For L.A., the pace of James’ return (Shams says mid‑November) will shape chemistry with Luka Dončić and how quickly the club can climb out of an early hole.