The Golden State Warriors get a nationally-televised rematch with the Los Angeles Lakers Thursday, after their nationally-televised double-overtime thriller last month. But the cast of the sequel will not include LeBron James.
LeBron James (left ankle) is out vs. Golden State, per the Lakers.
Here’s the rest of the injury report: pic.twitter.com/cTxbNjVjGu— Jovan Buha (@jovanbuha) February 22, 2024James has had a recurring condition of “peroneal tendinopathy” in his ankles, which means there’s some breakdown in the tendons in his lower legs. Basically, his left ankle hurts, and it’s generally something that gets better with rest.