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LeBron James still the oldest, Pacific and Southwest roundup
LeBron James will start 2026-27 as the league’s oldest player, while Tobias Harris is doubtful for the Spurs’ opener and Ty Jerome is emerging in Memphis. Pacific and Southwest roundup for October 5.
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There were no games on the schedule yesterday in the Pacific and Southwest divisions, but plenty of news as opening night approaches. From LeBron James’ unique place on the age spectrum to Tobias Harris’ injury concern and roster battles in Memphis and San Antonio, several teams around the sector made headlines.
Los Angeles Lakers: LeBron tops the age charts
According to a Hoops Rumors breakdown, LeBron James will begin the 2026-27 season as the NBA’s oldest player. The Los Angeles Lakers forward, whose team has yet to play an official game (0-0), will share a league increasingly driven by youth with a rookie group led by Cameron Boozer, identified as the youngest cohort on active rosters.
San Antonio Spurs: Harris doubtful, Champagnie locked in
The San Antonio Spurs (0-0) may have to open their season without Tobias Harris. The forward has suffered a left calf strain and could miss the October 20 opener. At the same time, Julian Champagnie has already secured his future in Texas, signing a three-year extension in late June while the organization continues to sort out a competitive starting lineup and reshapes its coaching staff.
Memphis Grizzlies: Ty Jerome gains ground at point guard
In Memphis (0-0), training camp has put a spotlight on Ty Jerome. The guard is separating himself in the battle for the starting point guard job, according to the same report. His emergence could reshape the pecking order in the Memphis Grizzlies’ backcourt heading into a season where the margin for error looks slim in the Southwest.
Overseas moves and quiet days elsewhere
On the periphery of the Sacramento Kings (0-0), Golden State Warriors (0-1) and Lakers, several familiar faces are headed to China. The Shanghai Sharks have completed their import trio around D’Angelo Russell by adding JaVale McGee and Brandon Goodwin. In other news, Canadian guard Kevin Pangos has announced his retirement.
There were no notable updates for the Dallas Mavericks, Houston Rockets, New Orleans Pelicans, LA Clippers, Phoenix Suns and Sacramento Kings, all still sitting at 0-0, as preparations continue quietly across the Pacific and Southwest divisions.