- Report: Lakers no longer trying to preserve cap space for 2023 free agency
- Report: Lakers believe they’re 1 move away from being legitimate title contenders
- Report: Lakers have had exploratory trade talks involving Russell Westbrook with Jazz
- Report: Teams still want 1st-round pick to take on Russell Westbrook’s contract
- Anthony Davis implies Lakers want to finish 6th seed or higher: ‘We don’t wanna be in the play-in tournament’
- Patrick Beverley goes after Tyrese Haliburton after Lakers beat Pacers
- Shannon Sharpe announces he will be in attendance for Lakers-Thunder game
- Draymond Green explains why LeBron James is the greatest face of the NBA ever
- Austin Reaves only sees 2 similarities between him and Alex Caruso: ‘We’re guys that played on the Lakers, and we’re white’
- Report: Lakers have been in contact with Hornets as they continue to try to move Russell Westbrook and Patrick Beverley
Report: LeBron James could return to Lakers lineup for Friday’s game vs. Kings
- Updated: April 30, 2021
LeBron James is currently in the midst of the longest absence from the NBA court in his entire career.
However, that absence could end tonight.
According to a Friday report, the four-time MVP may make his return to the Los Angeles Lakers’ lineup for Friday’s game versus the Sacramento Kings.
If he does not return against the Kings, his return is expected to come shortly after.
ESPN Sources: LeBron James’ return from longest absence of his career — out since March 20 with high-ankle sprain – could come tonight vs. Kings. James plans to test ankle and make a game-time decision. Otherwise, he’s likely to return as soon as Sunday vs. Toronto.
— Adrian Wojnarowski (@wojespn) April 30, 2021
This is obviously huge news for a Lakers team that has struggled in his absence. Even since fellow superstar Anthony Davis’ recent return, the Lakers have not looked like the juggernaut that won the NBA title last season.
If James can hit the ground running, there is little doubt that the Lakers will be able to set themselves up for another deep playoff run.
Obviously, James is hoping that this season’s playoff run ends with him hoisting the fifth NBA championship trophy of his legendary career.