However, a popular analyst believes that James’ sciatica isn’t the reason he’s been sidelined in Los Angeles, as he recently made a straightforward three-word take on what he thinks is actually wrong with the 40-year-old forward.

Hall of Famer Charles Barkley, however, isn't buying the Lakers' injury report. According to the Chuckster, the team can call it whatever they want, but the reality is that James is old, and like any old person, he has the common aches and pains that every other elderly person has.

Hall of Fame forward and ESPN analyst Charles Barkley delivers his honest take on Lakers' LeBron James' injury

While James remains sidelined, NBA legend Charles Barkley isn’t buying the injury explanation. He believes age is the real reason behind James’ absence.

LeBron James may be out due to sciatica, but Charles Barkley is not buying it. He thinks he knows what is really going on with the Los Angeles Lakers

LeBron James faced backlash from sports pundit Craig Carton over his decision to watch the Los Angeles Dodgers during the World Series while he continues to miss games for the Los Angeles Lakers

LeBron James has not played any games this season due to a sciatica injury, leaving the LA Lakers without their veteran leader to start the year.

Draymond Green had some fun at LeBron James' expense following the Golden State Warriors' 119-109 victory over the Los Angeles Lakers in the season opener for both teams.

Looking at one of his former teams, the Los Angeles Lakers star LeBron James believes that the Cleveland Cavaliers are loaded with pressure heading into the 202

Los Angeles Lakers star LeBron James has not played in a game this season while dealing with a right sciatica injury.