James, 39, is having the worst scoring season of his career since he was a rookie, but the future Hall of Famer is still making a huge impact. Averaging 23.5 points, 7.9 rebounds, and 9.0 assists, James has helped lead the Lakers to a 17-13 record through 30 games as they sit tight in playoff position.

Lakers star LeBron James missed Saturday night's 132-122 win against the Sacramento Kings with an illness. It was James' third missed game of the season. Gabe Vincent started in James' place, going scoreless in seven minutes before being ruled out with an oblique strain.

LeBron James was a late scratch Saturday due to illness. Anthony Davis did suit up for the Lakers' nightcap matchup against Sacramento.

The Lakers have a packed injury report for Saturday's matchup, with superstars LeBron James and Anthony Davis both given a "questionable" designation. The Lakers are 3-0 against the Kings this season, and having their All-Star duo available on Saturday would give them a likely chance to sweep the season series.

LeBron James is questionable for the Lakers' game against the Kings due to illness, while other players like Davis and Hachimura are also dealing with injuries. The Lakers aim to sweep the regular-season series and maintain their position in the Western Conference.

Superstar forward LeBron James' status for Saturday night's game against the Sacramento Kings at home is finally known.

The Los Angeles Lakers will be without LeBron James for tonight's contest against the Sacramento Kings at Crypto.com Arena. James was previously listed as questionable for this game against the Kings due to an illness but has been ruled out now.

After another brutal loss, Lakers star LeBron James reflected on what went wrong for his team in their second straight defeat. During the post-game media chat, James explained why the Lakers couldn't get it going offensively and how that negatively impacted their efforts on the other end.

LeBron James, the cornerstone of the LA Lakers' offence, is listed as "questionable" due to a nagging left foot injury but is expected to play unless unforeseen setbacks arise.