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

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.