It’s finally Christmas Day! Of course, in the grand scheme of things, it means the holiday season is finally here, no more school, a little break from work, and overall, some quality time spent with family.
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For the NBA however, it means the best, most eventful games happening one after another all across the league. It is an absolutely beautiful time of year for fans of the sport. And Lakers fans are no exception.
Despite having no Anthony Davis, the franchise has finally started to show some signs of life behind Russell Westbrook, and of course, LeBron James.
However, what if James’s ankle doesn’t allow him to step on the court against Luka Doncic and the Dallas Mavericks?
Well, the most recent injury report for the Lakers answers just that question.
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The latest injury report on the Lakers provides an encouraging update on LeBron James
By this point, LeBron James has become known for playing through injury. But, at 37 years old, when a problem such as his ankle injury just refuses to go away, fabs are forced to wonder if he truly will be able to play.
Well, as per ESPN, when it comes to the Lakers’ game against Luka Doncic and the Mavericks, he indeed will be able to do so.
Still, will that be enough to beat the Slovenian wonder boy’s current dominant run of form?
All that can be done is wait and find out.
What are LeBron James’s numbers on the season so far?
LeBron James is currently averaging 27.4 points, 8.2 rebounds, 6.7 assists, 1.2 steals, and 0.6 blocks per game on the season. He is doing so while shooting 49.3% from the field, and 31.4% from beyond the arc.
In the last 5 games specifically, his averages are 32.2 points, 6.6 rebounds, 8.2 assists, 1 steal, and 0.8 blocks per game, while shooting 57.9% from the field, and 29% from three-point range.
