King James debuts in season No. 23 as L.A. wins big
LeBron James made his 2025–26 season debut after missing 14 games, becoming the first in league history to play 23 seasons. Behind Luka Doncic’s 37 points, the Lakers beat Utah 140–126 for a third straight win.
At this point, LeBron’s career might outlast some arenas’ naming rights deals.
