In a season where he has already missed significant time, the Lakers are not going to risk another setback. With James still playing at a high level, averaging 21.2 points, 5.2 rebounds, 6.7 assists, 0.9 steals, and 0.6 blocks per game on 51.1% shooting and 30.6% from three, preserving his health has become more important than ever.

Luka Doncic is still top vote-getter and LeBron James rose, but Austin Reaves fell in second voting returns for the 2026 NBA All-Star Game.

Coming into tonight's game vs the Hawks, Lakers superstar LeBron James was listed as questionable due to left foot soreness. The Lakers, who have lost six of their last eight games, have just announced James status for tonight's game. James is going to ...