Lakers News: lakers Could ‘Possibly’ Miss Thursday’s Game Against Warriors Due To Ankle Injury

LeBron James missed the Los Angeles Lakers’ last game prior to the All-Star break, and while he was absent, he even had his ankle treated.

LeBron did suit up for Sunday’s All-Star Game as the top vote-getter in the Western Conference, but he only played 14 minutes—the fewest of any starter.

Given that James was participating in his 20th consecutive All-Star Game and that staying healthy for the remainder of the season was his top priority, this wasn’t shocking. Although they have improved their play over the last few weeks, the Lakers are still eighth in the Western Conference.

In the game with the highest scoring total of 211-186, LeBron James of the Western Conference finished with eight points, four rebounds, and three assists.

I’m feeling okay,” James said after the game. “I definitely wasn’t going to put too much pressure on the game tonight for me physically. I want to try to be as healthy as I can be physically. This last part of the season is very important for us. I got to make sure of that.” Of course LeBron is absolutely crucial to the success of the Lakers and he understands that if this team is going to make a run, he has to be on the court leading the way. But it is unclear whether that will be the case when the Lakers return to the court on Thursday night against the Golden State Warriors. LeBron admitted that depending on how he responds to the

Much like last season, the Lakers aren’t in the best spot at the All-Star break but have the makings to make a run down this final stretch of the season. Health has been an issue all season long for this team and LeBron missing any significant time would be a huge blow.