Why is LeBron James wearing a jersey patch? Commemorative badge honors Lakers star's record 23rd ...

LeBron James will wear a slightly different jersey from the rest of his Los Angeles Lakers teammates for the rest of the 2025-26 season. The NBA legend is set to debut a special-edition 23rd season jersey patch on the upper-right chest of his uniform. James will wear the patch for the first time Monday when the Lakers visit the Sacramento Kings, and it will remain affixed to his jersey for the remainder of the regular season. The patch features the text "23 NBA Seasons" and a silhouette of James completing his pregame chalk toss ritual. Behind the silhouette and numerals are colored stripes that represent his three NBA franchises: the Lakers, Miami Heat and Cleveland Cavaliers. Why introduce...