Published 19:18 IST, May 22nd 2020
LeBron James training with Lakers has picked up as possible NBA return nears
LeBron James training: As per Shams Charania, LeBron James has reportedly been trying to workout with his Los Angeles Lakers teammates before the NBA return.
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Though thing has been confirmed officially as yet, league is currently discussing an NBA return. league reportedly plans to start practices mid-June and n resume NBA season in July. LeBron James, who has been vocal about wanting to resume season, has reportedly been training as possible NBA return nears.
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Lakers training: LeBron James is gearing up for NBA return with Lakers?
While league is discussing plans to resume season as soon as possible, players will need time to train before y return on court. While every player cant access proper facilities, LeBron James has reportedly been trying to workout with his Los Angeles Lakers teammates. As per Athletic's Shams Charania, players are following all necessary precautions.
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Everyone attending private workouts has been tested and is practising social distancing. Charania also ded that everyone involved in Lakers training has 'taken necessary steps to make sure that y’re following all guidelines'. Reports also stated that though team is working as hard as y can, Lakers will need to practice toger for m to be rey to resume playing regularly.
Lakers' Danny Green also talked about training during an ESPN interview, discussing importance of t getting injured. He stated that for everyone to get back in shape, y need at least two to three weeks. y need to play good minutes without getting injured so y can return back to court.
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Danny Green even spoke about location fit to resume season. As per Green, while many places are being considered, Disney World and Orlando are safest. When asked about playoffs, Green stated that he does t kw how y will do seven, eight, nine seeds.
However, Green ded that y are taking it 'day-by-day', and will make a decision based on how ti goes. If regular-season games take longer, y might have to start with playoffs. NBA Commissioner am Silver h stated that he will be making a decision soon.
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league is considering many options, including Disney World as a place to resume season. Recent reports state that Disney World is most likely to host season owing to its size and amenities available.
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19:18 IST, May 22nd 2020