NBA news: LeBron James takes major step towards return with G League practice

LeBron James moved closer to his long-awaited return on Wednesday, November 12 as he joined the South Bay Lakers - the G League affiliate of the Los Angeles Lakers, for his first full practice of the season.

The NBA’s all-time leading scorer has been sidelined throughout the team’s first 11 games while recovering from sciatica affecting his right side.

Lakers head coach JJ Redick confirmed before the team’s match-up against the Oklahoma City Thunder that James was able to take part in transition drills before progressing to five-on-five halfcourt play.

Here, Sports News Blitz’s Noah Ngcobo outlines the timeline for James’ potential return.