Rich Paul, James' agent, said during an appearance on "The Pat McAfee Show" that he won't put a timetable on James' return, although an initial report indicated that the superstar is expected to miss at least a week or two of action (h/t Lakers Nation).

The Los Angeles Lakers will be without their superstar forward, LeBron James, for the next week or two. At least, that is the expectation for the 40-year-old. There is no secret that James has suffered through wear and tear throughout his 22-year career.

The Lakers are already bracing to be without James for this week's back-to-back contests against the Bucks and Nuggets.

Rich Paul discusses the timeline for LeBron James' return from injury. Find out more about James and his recovery process.

LeBron James and Stephen A. Smith have been in an ongoing feud for the last week or so, stemming from comments the ESPN host made about Bronny James and LeBron as a father. James approached Smith during a Los Angeles Lakers game and appeared to tell him to stop talking about him and Bronny the way he has been.

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LeBron James's agent Rich Paul weighed in on the Lakers star's groin injury and potential timetable for return.

James strained his groin midway through the fourth quarter and was not able to return despite the Lakers making a run. While he wasn’t concerned it will be a long-term injury, the expectation is still that he will miss at least a week or two.

The much-anticipated partnership between Los Angeles Lakers stars LeBron James and Luka Doncic is on hold, with James set to be out for at least a week, if not longer. The Lakers have decided to send him back to L.