Lakers superstar and basketball legend LeBron James is regarded as one of the best players in basketball history, known for his defying aggressiveness and unmatched perfection that continues to wreak havoc in the league.
As he ages like fine wine, the need for rest and recovery significantly increases. With the Lakers playing the Suns tomorrow, we take a look at the star’s availability for the fixture.
Will LeBron James play against the Suns?
Playing in his 21st season, LeBron James has to maintain a stringent schedule to make sure his body is in peak condition for the Los Angeles Lakers. Considering his age, the slightest of injuries could keep the star out for an extended periods, thereby taking a hit on the performances of the struggling Lakers.
During the star-studded All-Star Game, LeBron James picked up an ankle injury that has been haunting the player for a long time. The lingering injury prompted the Lakers to exclude James from the selection for the fixture against Stephen Curry and the Golden State Warriors. The recovery period turned out to be successful as James showcased his usual best in his very next game.
Against the San Antonio Spurs and the exceptional prodigy, Victor Wembanyama, LeBron James displayed why he had the title of King and reigned supreme against the subpar Spurs. Dominant as ever, Bron posted 30 points along with 9 assists and 7 rebounds as the Purple and Gold got the better of Gregg Popovich’s Spurs.
However, the Spurs’ defeat was overshadowed by Wembanyama’s historic night, recording a stat line of 27 points, 8 assists, 10 rebounds, 5 blocks, and 5 steals, making him only the 15th player to achieve a 5×5 stat line and the youngest ever to do so. According to the Lakers’ injury report for the next game against the Suns, LeBron James is termed as questionable, suggesting that the decision to play the star will be made near game time.
Suns vs Lakers injury report
Ahead of their fixture tomorrow, the Phoenix Suns and the Los Angeles Lakers have released their injury report which gives us clarity on the stars that will miss the game tomorrow.
According to the report from the Lakers, superstars LeBron James and Anthony Davis are termed as questionable for the fixture with James constantly battling with his ankle injury and Davis dealing with his Achilles and foot spasms. However, both stars could appear in the game with the Lakers heavily relying on the firepower that the dynamic duo presents.
The confirmed absentees for the team are Jarred Vanderbilt, undergoing treatment for his right foot sprain; shooter Gabe Vincent, undergoing surgery on his left knee; and center Christian Wood, dealing with issues in his left knee. Along with them, youngsters Jalen Hood-Schifino and Maxwell Lewis will also miss the game due to assignments with the Lakers’ G-League affiliate, the South Bay Lakers.
The Suns, on the other hand, have a better scenario with the availability of players. The team from Phoenix is confirmed to miss the presence of superstar Bradley Beal, who is experiencing tightness in his left hamstring, and Damion Lee, who has knee issues. Defensive guard Eric Gordon is listed as questionable for the game while team sees more potential with center Jusuf Nurkic, terming him as probable for the game.
Both teams are set to lock horns for the final time this season with the Lakers currently leading the head-to-head battle between two teams.
