LeBron James Questionable for Lakers’ Game Against Pistons on December 23rd with Foot Injury
LeBron James is dealing with a left foot injury and his status for the Los Angeles Lakers’ upcoming game against the Detroit Pistons on December 23rd is questionable. He has been managing this injury since December 22nd, and it remains uncertain if he will be able to play.
What It Means
If LeBron James cannot play, the Lakers will miss his contributions on the court. This season, he averages 23 points, 7.9 rebounds, and 8.9 assists per game. His shooting accuracy stands at 48.9% from the field and 34.9% from beyond the arc.
The Lakers might have to rely more on Rui Hachimura and Cam Reddish in his absence. Hachimura plays about 33 minutes per game and scores an average of 12 points, while Reddish averages nearly four points in about 19 minutes of playtime.