Lakers star LeBron James will change his jersey number from No. 6 back to No. 23 for the upcoming season, the team announced Saturday evening.
James’ agent, Rich Paul of Klutch Sports, told ESPN James made the decision in honor of NBA legend Bill Russell, who died at the age of 88 last summer.
The NBA retired the No. 6 league-wide after Russell’s death — the first time a player received this honor.