LeBron James was excused from the Los Angeles Lakers' practice on Wednesday for personal reasons, coach JJ Redick said. James sat out of the Lakers' victory over Portland on Sunday because of left foot soreness,

Thanks to a break in the schedule because of the Emirates NBA Cup, the Los Angeles Lakers have been able to get a couple of days of rest before getting back on the practice court.

The Los Angeles Lakers played their most recent game on Sunday evening when they beat the Portland Trail Blazers 107-98. LeBron James did not play in the game due to an injury. On Wednesday, the future Hall of Famer was not at practice due to personal reasons.