Los Angeles Lakers superstar LeBron James is expected to be sidelined for 1-2 weeks due to a groin strain, according to Shams Charania. The injury occurred during the fourth quarter of the Lakers’ 111-101 loss to the Boston Celtics, forcing James to exit the game early.
LeBron’s Injury and Expected Timeline
James showed visible discomfort after a drive to the basket. Despite attempting to play through the pain, he eventually left the court. According to Charania, James will be re-evaluated in 24 hours, but for now, the expectation is that he will miss at least a week or two of action.
Lakers in Crisis Without LeBron
With James out, the pressure falls on Luka Dončić, who was recently acquired in the blockbuster trade with Dallas. Since joining the Lakers, Dončić has been averaging 24.7 points, 8.1 rebounds, and 7.6 assists. However, leading the Lakers without James will be a massive challenge, especially with the team fighting for playoff positioning.
The Lakers have seven games in the next 11 days, starting with the Brooklyn Nets on Monday. If James is out longer than expected, it could be a disaster for their postseason hopes.
LeBron’s History with Groin Injuries
This isn’t the first time James has dealt with a groin issue. In 2018, a similar injury caused him to miss 17 games, marking one of the longest absences of his career. Now, Lakers fans are anxiously waiting for further updates, hoping for a faster recovery this time around.
With the playoffs looming, the Lakers cannot afford a long-term absence from their biggest star. Can Dončić carry the team? Will the Lakers survive without LeBron? Stay tuned as this story develops.
