LeBron James injury update: Lakers return timeline revealed

After losing four successive games, the Los Angeles Lakers have now strung together back-to-back victories (107-96 against the Phoenix Suns and 125-109 against the San Antonio Spurs). JJ Redick now has Luka Doncic back at his disposal, but fellow superstar LeBron James is still out. On Wednesday, March 19, the Californians face a tough opponent, the Denver Nuggets, at Crypto Arena.

Will LeBron James play for the Lakers against the Nuggets?

“The King” aggravated a groin injury during the game against the Boston Celtics on Saturday, March 8. He underwent various physical tests to assess the severity and monitor his progress in the following days.

Initially, it was estimated that James would be out for one to two weeks and would return in time for the playoffs, which begin in mid-April. He is certain to be absent against the Nuggets.

When will LeBron be back for the Lakers?

According to ESPN’s Shams Charania, LeBron, who did his first on-court workout on Sunday, will be out at least until next week, with March 24 being the potential date for his return when the Lakers visit the Orlando Magic. Meanwhile, Rui Hachimura, who had left patellar tendinopathy, is expected to return this week.

James is currently averaging 25.0 points, 7.2 rebounds, and 8.2 assists, with a 51.7% field goal percentage and 38.4% from three-point range. The 40-year-old’s performances have helped the Lakers remain competitive in the top spots of the Western Conference, in which they have moved back up into fourth place.

Original article written by Edward Gonzaga, translated with the assistance of AI and edited by Roddy Cons.

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