Lakers forward Jake LaRavia, who's watched LeBron James his "entire life", said it was "dope" to get on the court with LeBron in Tuesday's win over the Jazz: "I made my first shot that he passed to me, ever. So, I think we're on good standings. Hopefully, I get a lot more."

JJ Redick when asked about the departures of Joey and Jesse Buss: “I found out this morning that it was going to happen. But I don’t have any comment on personnel decisions as it relates to the organization.”

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Three of LeBron James' first four assists – and five of his 12 overall – came after LeBron postups.

JJ Redick touched on what that can add to the Lakers' offense:

LeBron James on how he felt after making his season debut in the Lakers' win over the Jazz: “Wind was a little shaky to begin. Obviously that was expected. But as the game went on and on, my wind got a lot better."

LeBron James with a 3-pointer for his first points of the season:

LeBron James starting his pregame warmup ahead of his debut for an unprecedented 23rd NBA season:

(Luka Doncic in the background: RUI! RUI!)

Rui Hachimura: "Luka, he's crazy. I don't know why he's calling my name. What does he want?"

(He said he speaks better English than you)

Rui: "No way. He didn't go to school. He never went to school. You know that right?"

Rui Hachimura said LeBron James, who's a gametime decision for tonight vs. Utah, brought "great energy" to yesterday's practice.

Also touched on the possibility of the Lakers having their full roster available:

JJ Redick on LeBron James' adaptability, as LeBron gets integrated into a Lakers team that's started the season 10-4: "I would describe him as very adaptable. He's adapted throughout his career to the system, his teammates, what the game requires."

"It sucks" – LeBron James on missing the start of the season for the first time in his career

LeBron James shared that he previously dealt with sciatica during the offseason two years ago

LeBron James said it was "very humbling" and a "blessing" to practice with the Lakers' South Bay G League affiliate during his return-to-play process from sciatica: "That's the benefit of having a farm system."

LeBron says whether he'll be available and play tomorrow against Utah will come down to how his body responds over the next 24+ hours:

LeBron James, back practicing with the Lakers:

Deandre Ayton was asked what he's enjoyed the most about being with the Lakers.

Not quite sure how to describe his response: