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• LeBron James Confirms He Suffered Knee Injury In Game 5 Of Lakers-Timberwolves Series
Los Angeles Lakers superstar LeBron James confirmed on Monday that he got hurt in Game 5 against the Minnesota Timberwolves. James, 40, suffered a Grade 2 MCL sprain in his left knee. Unfortunately because of my knee injury I sustained at the end of the season I won’t be able to attend the Met Gala […] The post LeBron James Confirms He Suffered Knee Injury In Game 5 Of Lakers-Timberwol...2025See also LeBron James
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• LeBron James suffered concerning injury in Lakers' season-ending lossLeBron James struggled in the fourth quarter of the Los Angeles Lakers' Game 5 loss to the Minnesota Timberwolves....2025Click for news about LeBron James -
• Lakers 'Couldn't Live With What They Saw' On Mark Williams' PhysicalThe Los Angeles Lakers rescinded their trade for Charlotte Hornets center Mark Williams at the deadline after he failed the team's physical examination. "[The Lakers] just couldn't live with what they saw," a source with knowledge of the situation told ESPN regarding Williams' physical examination results. Williams was specifically requested by Luka Doncic as his preferred lob partner from availab...2025See also Charlotte Hornets -
• LeBron James Suffered Grade 2 MCL Sprain In Game 5LeBron James suffered a Grade 2 MCL sprain in his left knee in the fourth quarter of the Los Angeles Lakers' Game 5 loss to the Minnesota Timberwolves that eliminated them from the playoffs. The injury typically involves a three-to-five week recovery. James briefly subbed out of the game to have his knee looked at by his longtime athletic trainer Mike Mancias. James played the remainder of the gam...2025See also LeBron James -
• Report: LeBron James Suffered Serious Knee Injury In Game 5 Against Timberwolves
According to Dave McMenamin of ESPN, Los Angeles Lakers star LeBron James suffered a serious knee injury in Game 5 against the Minnesota Timberwolves. James, 40, suffered a Grade 2 MCL sprain in his left knee. Story filed to https://t.co/oAsD1rYqjW: LeBron James suffered a Grade 2 MCL sprain in his left knee from his collision […] The post Report: LeBron James Suffered Serious Knee Inj...2025Click for news about LeBron James
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• Timberwolves eliminate Lakers, Warriors feeling pressure and Celtics battling injuriesOn this episode of Good Word with Goodwill, Vince and Gary Washburn react to the Timberwolves eliminating the Los Angeles Lakers from the playoffs, why the Warriors need to win game 6 against the Houston Rockets and if the Boston Celtics' injuries are becoming a concern....2025Check it out Gary Washburn
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• Luka Doncic 'Feeling Much Better' Ahead Of Game 4Luka Doncic is "feeling much better" ahead of Game 4 between the Los Angeles Lakers and Minnesota Timberwolves, according to Shams Charania of ESPN. "Luka Doncic is rested. He's feeling much better. And outside of a team meeting and individual treatment, I'm told Luka Doncic spent all of Saturday sleeping in his bed, which is something he could not do on Thursday and Friday when he was dealing wit...2025Read about Luka Doncic -
• Lakers Star LeBron James Declines To Answer If He’s Healthy
Los Angeles Lakers star LeBron James continues to decline questions about his health. James, who entered the 2025 playoffs with groin and hip issues, only told reporters on Friday that he’s available to play in Game 3 against the Minnesota Timberwolves. LeBron James on his groin/hip injuries he was dealing with entering the playoffs: “I’m […] The post Lakers Star LeBron Jam...2025Continue with LeBron James
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• Luka Doncic Admits He ‘Played Through A Lot Of Injuries’ With Mavericks: ‘A Lot Of People Don’t Know That’
Luka Doncic told Malika Andrews of ESPN that he “played through a lot of injuries” during his time with the Dallas Mavericks. Doncic, who is now on the Los Angeles Lakers, was traded by Mavericks general manager Nico Harrison over conditioning issues. “I would say I gave everything to that franchise,” Doncic said. “I played […] The post Luka Doncic A...2025See more articles Luka Doncic
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• Luka Doncic Choosing Not To Travel With Mavs During Late January Road Trip Frustrated ExecsNico Harrison wanted Luka Doncic to travel with the Dallas Mavericks during a five-game, 10-day road trip in late January as he continued his rehabilitation from a calf strain. Doncic had believed he had suffered the calf strain on Christmas because he returned too soon from a previous injury. Doncic's camp also believed plane rides could create a possible setback and that he could maximize his wo...2025See also Luka Doncic
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• Dwight Howard Elected To Hall Of Fame On First BallotDwight Howard has been elected as a first-ballot member of the Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame Class of 2025, sources told ESPN's Shams Charania on Friday. The eight-time All-Star and three-time Defensive Player of the Year averaged 15.7 points and 11.8 rebounds across 18 NBA seasons with the Orlando Magic, Los Angeles Lakers, Houston Rockets, Atlanta Hawks, Charlotte Hornets, Washington Wizards ...2025Click for news about Dwight Howard -
• Warriors provide encouraging GP2 injury update ahead of Lakers game
The Golden State Warriors provided an encouraging update on injured guard Gary Payton II ahead of Thursday's game against the Los Angeles Lakers....2025Continue with Golden State Warriors
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• Jalen Brunson’s Return Could Boost Knicks’ Playoff Push
Jalen Brunson, star guard for the New York Knicks is on track to return to action soon, as he has been cleared for basketball activities following a right ankle sprain suffered on March 6. The injury occurred during an overtime loss to the Los Angeles Lakers when Brunson landed on Austin Reaves’ foot while driving […] The post Jalen Brunson’s Return Could Boost Knicks’ Play...2025Read about Jalen Brunson
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• Jalen Brunson Begins Controlled Court Work; Out At Least One More WeekNew York Knicks point guard Jalen Brunson has begun doing controlled on-court work. The Knicks said Brunson's status will be updated in one week. Brunson has been out since March 6, when he suffered a sprained right ankle against the Los Angeles Lakers. It was reported that Brunson would be out three to four weeks with the injury. The Knicks All-Star guard has averaged 26.3 points, 7.4 assists and...2025Click for news about Jalen Brunson -
• Bronny James Shines with Career-High 17 Points in Lakers’ Loss to Bucks
The Los Angeles Lakers faced a tough 118-89 loss to the Milwaukee Bucks on Thursday, but one bright spot came in the form of rookie Bronny James, who stepped up in a significant way. With the team missing key players—LeBron James, Luka Dončić, Austin Reaves, and Rui Hachimura—due to injury, Bronny saw extended playing time […] The post Bronny James Shines with Career-High 17 Points in Lakers...2025Read about Bronny James
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• Lakers Face Bucks Without Dončić Due to Ankle Injury
Luka Dončić, star point guard for the Los Angeles Lakers, will sit out Thursday’s game against the Milwaukee Bucks due to a sprained right ankle. This marks the second night of a back-to-back for L.A., following their 120-108 victory over the Denver Nuggets. Despite playing through the injury the night before, Dončić posted an impressive […] The post Lakers Face Bucks Without Dončić Due to A...2025See more Luka Dončić
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• Michael Malone: If Nikola Jokic Is Not Playing, It's Because He's HurtThe Denver Nuggets sat Nikola Jokic and Jamal Murray for Wednesday's game against the Los Angeles Lakers. Jokic is dealing with left ankle impingement and a contusion to his shooting elbow. Malone took issue with the perception that the Nuggets were simply opting to rest their two best players. "I think that's just a bunch of bulls---," Malone said. "I mean, in the last 10 years, Nikola Jokic has ...2025See more Michael Malone -
• Michael Maine: If Nikola Jokic Is Not Playing, It's Because He's HurtThe Denver Nuggets sat Nikola Jokic and Jamal Murray for Wednesday's game against the Los Angeles Lakers. Jokic is dealing with left ankle impingement and a contusion to his shooting elbow. Malone took issue with the perception that the Nuggets were simply opting to rest their two best players. "I think that's just a bunch of bulls---," Malone said. "I mean, in the last 10 years, Nikola Jokic has ...2025Click for news about Denver Nuggets
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• Nuggets rule out both Jokic, Murray vs. Lakers
Denver Nuggets stars Nikola Jokic and Jamal Murray will sit out for a second consecutive game Wednesday against the Los Angeles Lakers as they continue to nurse nagging injuries, the team announced....2025See more articles Denver Nuggets
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• Hornets Expected To Re-Explore Trade Market For Mark Williams
The Charlotte Hornets are expected to re-explore the trade market for center Mark Williams this offseason. Rival executives believe Charlotte will look to trade Williams again, after the failed trade to the Los Angeles Lakers at the trade deadline. The Hornets and Lakers had agreed to a swap of Williams for Dalton Knecht, Cam Reddish, a 2030 first-round pick swap and a 2031 first-round pick. Howev...2025Click for news about Mark Williams
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• Report: LeBron James, Rui Hachimura could return to Lakers lineup ‘by the end of the week’
According to NBA insider Jovan Buha of The Athletic, LeBron James and Rui Hachimura could return to the Los Angeles Lakers lineup “by the end of the week.” LeBron is recovering from a groin injury, while Hachimura is healing from a knee ailment. “Once James and Hachimura return, which could be by the end of […] The post Report: LeBron James, Rui Hachimura could return...2025Read about LeBron James
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• Lakers injury update: LeBron James (groin strain) is expected to miss at least another week
At 41-25, the Los Angeles Lakers are fifth in the Western Conference. They are 6-4 in their last 10 games and are coming off a 107-96 win vs. Phoenix. Over their last four games, the Lakers have been without 21-time all-star, LeBron James. He is dealing with a groin strain. On Sunday, ESPN’s Shams Charania […] The post Lakers injury update: LeBron James (groin strain) is expected to m...2025See also LeBron James
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• LeBron James, Rui Hachimura, Jaxson Hayes 'All Very Close To Returning'The Los Angeles Lakers have lost four in a row since their eight-game win streak. Injuries have played a major part for the Lakers, but things should be turning a corner there soon. Before the Lakers loss at the Denver Nuggets on Friday, head coach JJ Redick said reinforcements are on the way. Redick said LeBron James, Rui Hachimura and Jaxson Hayes are "all very close to returning". The assumptio...2025See more articles LeBron James -
• Luka Doncic Sits Loss Versus Nuggets Due To Calf, Ankle InjuryLuka Doncic missed the Los Angeles Lakers' 131-126 loss to the Denver Nuggets on Friday night with a left calf injury and sprained right ankle. LeBron James, Rui Hachimura, and Jaxson Hayes had all previously left the Lakers' road trip early to receive treatment in Los Angeles. Dorian Finney-Smith, Gabe Vincent, and Trey Jemison III were also out against the Nuggets. The Lakers finished 0-4 on the...2025Visit the page Luka Doncic -
• Lakers’ Luka Doncic Won’t Play Against Nuggets Friday Night
Los Angeles Lakers guard Luka Doncic will sit out Friday night’s game against the Denver Nuggets to manage a lingering calf injury and sprained right ankle. The superstar from Slovenia is fresh off dropping 45 points, 11 rebounds, and three assists in a loss against the Milwaukee Bucks the night before. The Lakers are 0-3 […] The post Lakers’ Luka Doncic Won’t Play Against ...2025Visit the page Luka Doncic
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• Report: LeBron James to miss another week with groin injury
According to NBA insider Shams Charania of ESPN, Los Angeles Lakers superstar small forward LeBron James will miss another week with his groin injury. LeBron injured his left groin against the Boston Celtics. LeBron is averaging 25.0 points, 8.2 rebounds and 8.5 assists this season for the Lakers while shooting 51.7% from the field, 38.4% […] The post Report: LeBron James to miss anoth...2025See more LeBron James
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• Lakers' injury woes come during tough stretch of gamesThe Los Angeles Lakers are playing five games in the next seven days. It's not the best time for the injury bug to plague the team....2025 -
• LeBron James Progressing Well With Groin Injury, Returns Early To Los AngelesLeBron James has returned to Los Angeles, per medical recommendation, as he continues to progress well from a strained left groin. James' injury is expected to sideline him for one to two weeks. James is currently averaging 25.0 points, 8.2 rebounds and 8.5 assists this season. James suffered the injury in the fourth quarter of the Los Angeles Lakers' loss on Saturday at hte Boston Celtics. The La...2025Visit the page LeBron James -
• Luka Doncic, Austin Reaves take blame for Lakers losing to lowly Nets without LeBron James: ‘I played incredibly bad’
The Los Angeles Lakers lost to the lowly Brooklyn Nets on Monday (3/10) for their second loss in a row. Even though NBA legend LeBron James didn’t play due to a groin injury, Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves were in the lineup and the Lakers had a 15-point lead early. However, the Nets outscored the […] The post Luka Doncic, Austin Reaves take blame for Lakers losing to lowly Nets w...2025See more Luka Doncic
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• Report: Luka Doncic Told LeBron James To Take His Time In Return From Groin Injury
According to NBA reporter Dave McMenamin of ESPN, Luka Doncic told LeBron James to take his time in his return from a groin injury. LeBron suffered a groin injury on March 8 against the Boston Celtics. He’s expected to miss one-to-two weeks. The Los Angeles Lakers are in second place in the Western Conference standings. […] The post Report: Luka Doncic Told LeBron Jam...2025Click for news about Luka Doncic