Pelicans Game Loses Star Power With Insider Reporting LeBron James Is Out

LeBron James will be sidelined for his 15th game of the season, primarily due to left foot management, as reported by NBA insider Chris Haynes. Following the Lakers' victorious NBA Cup match against the Mavericks, where James contributed 13 points, seven assists, and five rebounds, he found himself listed on the injury report. The Los Angeles Lakers' superstar is set to miss the game tonight against the New Orleans Pelicans, according to Haynes' tweet. With back-to-back matchups looming, including a game against the Suns on Monday, this absence appears more precautionary than serious. James, now in his record-setting 23rd NBA season, has averaged 16.5 points, five rebounds, and 8.3 assists over just four games this season. Notably, he missed the initial 14 games of the season due to sciatica and has not participated in consecutive games since his return on November 18.