LeBron James Says Separation From Family Will Be Challenging

LeBron James said living apart from his wife, Savannah, while he plays for the Philadelphia 76ers will be challenging, but that her and their daughter’s needs come first. Savannah and 12-year-old Zhuri are staying in Los Angeles, where the couple decided Zhuri’s schooling should not be disrupted, according to an account of James’ remarks and the family’s decision. James is playing in Philadelphia this season while Savannah remains in Los Angeles with Zhuri. He said Savannah had been his backbone and acknowledged the difficulty of being apart. He also said he would prioritize what his wife and daughter need to continue to grow. The reporting does not establish how long the arrangement will last. The couple’s living arrangement drew attention alongside a lighter moment in a Vogue home-tour video. Savannah described her travel slippers as easy to remove when she is patted down by Transportation Security Administration agents. James interrupted to ask who was patting her down; Savannah replied that it was TSA, and he jokingly said he had never met the person. The video showed the couple discussing the slippers in their Los Angeles home. A report said a clip of the exchange had...