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James (foot) isn't listed on the injury report for Thursday's game against the Warriors.
James missed Tuesday's loss to the Thunder due to left foot injury management, though he's set to return to the lineup Thursday. His return will leave fewer minutes available for guys like Maxi Kleber, Drew Timme and Jarred Vanderbilt. James has averaged 18.4 points, 8.6 assists and 7.2 rebounds across 33.2 minutes per game over his last five appearances.
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Lakers' LeBron James: Won't play Tuesday
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James (foot) won't play in Tuesday's game against Oklahoma City, per Khobi Price of The California Post.
James' absence Tuesday now leaves the Lakers without Luka Doncic (hamstring) and Austin Reaves (oblique). Plenty of playing time and usage is now open to the rest of the team, opening the door for Jarred Vanderbilt and perhaps even Bronny James to play meaningful minutes Wednesday.
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Lakers' LeBron James: Questionable versus Thunder
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James (foot) is listed as questionable for Tuesday's game against Oklahoma City.
James had 30 points, nine rebounds, 15 assists and one steal across 39 minutes in Sunday's 134-128 loss to Dallas. However, with only four games remaining on the regular-season schedule for the Lakers, it's possible the multi-time All-Star will miss at least one of them in preparation for the postseason. If James doesn't suit up against Oklahoma City, Jarred Vanderbilt may slide into the starting lineup.
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Lakers' LeBron James: Sniffs triple-double
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James closed Sunday's 134-128 loss to the Mavericks with 30 points (12-22 FG, 1-6 3Pt, 5-9 FT), nine rebounds, 15 assists and one steal in 39 minutes.
James struggled from three-point range, but other than that, he delivered a strong fantasy line while ending just one rebound shy of a triple-double. The All-Star forward will be forced to carry a heavier burden on offense for the time being due to the absences of Luka Doncic (hamstring) and Austin Reaves (oblique). If he can stay on the court, James should be a massive fantasy asset in the final week of the regular season.
James logged 13 points (3-7 FG, 1-4 3Pt, 6-8 FT), six rebounds, two assists, one block and one steal across 26 minutes during Thursday's 139-96 loss to Oklahoma City.
The Lakers were blown out of this contest, resulting in fewer minutes for James. It's worth mentioning that Luka Doncic tweaked his hamstring Thursday, meaning James could have more responsibilities going forward if Doncic is forced to miss time.
James (foot) is available for Tuesday's game against the Cavaliers, Trevor Lane of LakersNation.com reports.
It was thought that James could get Tuesday night off for injury maintenance, but the star forward will suit up after all. James is fresh off a triple-double Monday night against Washington, as he finished with 21 points, 10 rebounds, 12 assists and one block in 33 minutes.
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Lakers' LeBron James: Could be rested Tuesday
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James is questionable for Tuesday's game against the Cavaliers due to left foot injury management.
The Lakers are contemplating giving James a maintenance day for the second leg of a back-to-back set while he continues to manage a lingering left foot issue. During Monday's 120-101 win over the Wizards, James finished with 21 points (8-16 FG, 1-3 3Pt, 4-6 FT), 12 assists, 10 rebounds and one block across 33 minutes.
Lakers' LeBron James: Drops triple-double on Wizards
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James posted 21 points (8-16 FG, 1-3 3Pt, 4-6 FT), 10 rebounds, 12 assists and one block across 33 minutes during Monday's 120-101 win over Washington.
With Luka Doncic (suspension) out, James dazzled with a dynamic triple-double and powered the team to a convincing victory. James' role on the offense has diminished with Doncic running the show, but the former showed he can turn back the clock and take control.
James racked up 23 points (9-17 FG, 0-1 3Pt, 5-5 FT), nine rebounds, nine assists and one steal across 34 minutes during Wednesday's 137-130 victory over the Pacers.
The Lakers got back to winning ways Wednesday, and while Luka Doncic led the team with a 40-point performance, James made his presence felt by ending just one rebound and one assist away from a triple-double. James has reached the 20-point plateau just twice over his last eight games, but he continues to deliver decent upside due to his contributions in other categories. Over that eight-game span, he's averaging 18.6 points, 7.8 rebounds, 6.5 assists and 1.4 steals per contest.
Lakers' LeBron James: Teases triple-double in loss
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James chipped in 12 points (4-10 FG, 1-2 3Pt, 3-3 FT), nine rebounds, 10 assists and one block in 39 minutes during Monday's 113-110 loss to the Pistons.
James' 10 field-goal attempts were tied for his second-lowest of the season (seven against the Jazz on Nov. 18). He led the Lakers with 10 dimes and came one rebound shy from logging his third triple-double of the season. James has taken a step back offensively in his 15 outings since the All-Star break, averaging just 13.5 field-goal attempts over that span, with those shots being reallocated to Austin Reaves and Luka Doncic.
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