The Los Angeles Lakers have announced that LeBron James will not play in the remaining six games of their season in order to fully let him heal from the groin injury he sustained on Christmas Day.
In a statement, Lakers president of basketball operations Magic Johnson and general manager Rob Pelinka said that this move was best for both James and the team.
“After consulting with our team doctors and medical staff, we have decided to hold LeBron out of games for the remainder of the season. This decision will allow his groin to fully heal, and is best for the future success of both LeBron and the Lakers.