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LAL • Small Forward, Power Forward, Point Guard, Center, and Shooting Guard • #23
1 day ago
James has scored at least 20 points in five of his last six games, with Tuesday’s performance representing a step forward after he struggled with his shot in Sunday’s loss to the Celtics. Since the trade deadline, James has been close to a top-25 player in eight-cat formats, providing excellent value for fantasy managers. The Lakers visit the Suns on Thursday, the first of three games they’ll play to conclude Week 18.
LAL • Small Forward, Power Forward, Point Guard, Center, and Shooting Guard • #23
4 days ago
James got back to the 20-point mark after being limited to 13 in Friday’s win over the Clippers, but there weren’t many positives to take away from Sunday’s loss to the Celtics. A 1-of-5 night from beyond the arc weighed down his field-goal percentage, and the production was limited outside of points, rebounds and assists. James and the Lakers will look to bounce back on Tuesday when they host the Magic.
LAL • Small Forward, Power Forward, Point Guard, Center, and Shooting Guard • #23
6 days ago
Despite previously being listed as questionable, James suited up for the Lakers on Friday and provided exceptional playmaking. The four-time NBA champion picked apart the Clippers’ defense in his 33 minutes of game action and did just enough as a scorer to score in double figures and land the double-double. He didn’t make many contributions elsewhere, but still put together decent fantasy production. The Lakers play again on Sunday against the Celtics — James’s status ahead of that matchup will be one to monitor.
LAL • Small Forward, Power Forward, Point Guard, Center, and Shooting Guard • #23
6 days ago
James, despite previously being listed as questionable, is available and starting against a Clippers team that’s fighting to get to .500. Dončić’s return from injury will give the Lakers a potent offensive unit on Friday, as they look to put together back-to-back wins and avenge a January loss to the Cllippers. They are currently fifth in the Western Conference standings.
Source: Jovan Buha
LAL • Small Forward, Power Forward, Point Guard, Center, and Shooting Guard • #23
6 days ago
Added to the injury report on Friday afternoon, James is good to go for the Lakers’ first game out of the All-Star break. The Lakers will be able to roll out their preferred starting lineup, as Luka Dončić and Deandre Ayton are also available.
Source: NBA Injury Report
LAL • Small Forward, Power Forward, Point Guard, Center, and Shooting Guard • #23
6 days ago
With Luka Dončić and Deandre Ayton back in action, it’s possible the Lakers are playing it safe with the 41-year-old James. If James is ultimately sidelined, Rui Hachimura could see additional playing time, and James’ next chance to take the court would come on Sunday against the Celtics.
Source: NBA Injury Report
LAL • Small Forward, Power Forward, Point Guard, Center, and Shooting Guard • #23
14 days ago
James returned after missing Tuesday’s loss to the Spurs and became the oldest player in NBA history to record a triple-double against the Mavericks on Thursday. The 41-year-old small forward had 28 points to go with 10 rebounds and 12 assists. LeBron has provided 11th-round per game value over the last two weeks heading into the All-Star break.
LAL • Small Forward, Power Forward, Point Guard, Center, and Shooting Guard • #23
14 days ago
LeBron sat out Tuesday’s loss to the Spurs, which was the second game of a back-to-back for the Lakers. He’s back in the starting lineup on Thursday against the Mavericks. James and Marcus Smart returning will push Luke Kennard and Kobe Bufkin to the bench.
LAL • Small Forward, Power Forward, Point Guard, Center, and Shooting Guard • #23
15 days ago
James was one of multiple starters that sat out the second leg of the Lakers’ back-to-back on Tuesday, but he will return for their final game before the All-Star break. With Luka Dončić (hamstring) still out, James should see a spike in usage.
Source: NBA Injury Report
LAL • Small Forward, Power Forward, Point Guard, Center, and Shooting Guard • #23
16 days ago
While James played both legs of the Lakers’ last two back-to-backs, he will not do so on Tuesday. Tuesday’s game will be the 18th that he’s missed this season, which makes the 41-year-old ineligible for postseason awards. The last time LeBron failed to make any of the three All-NBA teams was his rookie season, 2003-04.
Source: Daniel Starkand
LAL • Small Forward, Power Forward, Point Guard, Center, and Shooting Guard • #23
17 days ago
The Lakers three-game winning streak came to an end, but James was able to remain productive. This was his third straight triple-double, and after turning it over 15 times across two games, he only coughed up the rock three times in this one. With Luka Dončić (hamstring) sidelined, James has stepped up as the Lakers’ primary playmaker. This was the first night of a back-to-back, and LeBron has played in both legs of their last two back-to-backs. Expect him to be out there against the Spurs on Tuesday.
LAL • Small Forward, Power Forward, Point Guard, Center, and Shooting Guard • #23
19 days ago
With Luka Dončić (hamstring) out, more of the playmaking responsibilities fall upon James’ shoulders, so the increased assist output is expected. For the first time this season, he’s hit double figures in that category in consecutive games. However, turnovers remain an issue for James, who racked up seven more after committing eight in Thursday’s win over the 76ers. While Dončić has offered elite nine-cat fantasy value despite his turnover woes, that hasn’t been the case for LeBron, who’s ranked outside the top-50. Hopefully, he’ll be able to clean that up during the Lakers’ five-game Week 17.
LAL • Small Forward, Power Forward, Point Guard, Center, and Shooting Guard • #23
21 days ago
While LeBron and the Lakers ratcheted up their defensive intensity early in the fourth quarter and rallied for the win, turnovers were an issue on Thursday. As a team, the Lakers committed 22 turnovers, and James was responsible for eight of them. He did record a double-double against the 76ers, but the category-league value took a significant hit because of the field-goal percentage and turnovers. And if Luka Dončić (leg) has to miss time, the Lakers will need more from their 41-year-old star.
LAL • Small Forward, Power Forward, Point Guard, Center, and Shooting Guard • #23
23 days ago
The Lakers ended their annual Grammys road trip with a 5-3 record, blowing out the Nets on Tuesday. With the game getting out of hand by halftime, the team was able to give its stars a little more time on the bench. James played 30 minutes, and he wasn’t put under too much stress in his time on the floor. He should be well-rested for Thursday’s game against the 76ers, the first of two home games the Lakers will play to conclude Week 16.
LAL • Small Forward, Power Forward, Point Guard, Center, and Shooting Guard • #23
25 days ago
If Sunday’s visit to Madison Square Garden was James’s last as an active NBA player, he had a solid night at the office. For those in leagues that include turnovers, the 41-year-old committed just one, a step in the right direction given recent performances. LeBron has averaged 3.3 turnovers per game over the past two weeks, and the limited defensive production has also lowered his fantasy value. The good news for him and the Lakers is that they play three games in Week 16 without a back-to-back.
LAL • Small Forward, Power Forward, Point Guard, Center, and Shooting Guard • #23
27 days ago
James struggled in Wednesday’s blowout loss, but he was able to get back on track in this game. He was far more efficient, though it didn’t turn into a great outing because of how dominant Luka Doncic and Deandre Ayton were and how lopsided the score was. Still, it was good to see LeBron bounce back, especially since he has been quieter in recent weeks after a strong start to January. Next up on the schedule is a trip to New York on Sunday, which will be game seven of this eight game road trip.
LAL • Small Forward, Power Forward, Point Guard, Center, and Shooting Guard • #23
29 days ago
It’s unknown whether this will be LeBron’s final visit to Cleveland as an active NBA player, but the emotions of the moment appeared to get the best of him during a first-quarter video tribute. As for his production, the Lakers’ forward struggled, shooting 30 percent from the field and committing six turnovers. James will look to rebound on Friday when the Lakers visit the Wizards.
LAL • Small Forward, Power Forward, Point Guard, Center, and Shooting Guard • #23
about 1 month ago
James played a solid game on Monday. He scored above his season average and was solid on the glass. His assist total was lower than usual, however, which brought down his fantasy production. While James has slowed down some in his 23rd NBA season, he’s still a reliable performer on a nightly basis, with the potential to contribute consistently across most statistical categories.
LAL • Small Forward, Power Forward, Point Guard, Center, and Shooting Guard • #23
about 1 month ago
James filled the stat sheet, so there was some value to be had despite the limited scoring. Since the beginning of the month, he’s only had two games in which he’s failed to score at least 20 points. And over the past two weeks, James has offered top-20 value in eight-cat formats. The Lakers play four games in Week 15 with no back-to-backs, starting with Monday’s game against the Bulls in Chicago.
LAL • Small Forward, Power Forward, Point Guard, Center, and Shooting Guard • #23
about 1 month ago
While Thursday’s production may have been pedestrian by James’ lofty standards, his fantasy value is approaching the level many fantasy managers expected it to be before the season began. A top-30 player in eight-cat formats over the past two weeks, LeBron’s season-long value is rapidly approaching his Yahoo! ADP (36). As long as he remains healthy, getting back to that level should not be too much of a challenge for the 41-year-old.
LAL • Small Forward, Power Forward, Point Guard, Center, and Shooting Guard • #23
about 1 month ago
James got going in the third quarter of Tuesday’s game, shooting 4-of-6 from the field. However, while the final stat line was solid, there were a few issues. LeBron didn’t shoot well from the foul line, and he was responsible for six of the Lakers’ 12 turnovers. Over the past two weeks, he has provided first-round value in eight-cat formats and second-round value in nine-cat, continuing his ascent up the fantasy rankings.
LAL • Small Forward, Power Forward, Point Guard, Center, and Shooting Guard • #23
about 1 month ago
After playing 32 minutes in Saturday’s loss to the Trail Blazers, James logged 32 more on Sunday. It says a lot for the 41-year-old that he was able to play in all five of the Lakers’ Week 13 games, providing consistent fantasy value to managers who have him rostered. Over the past two weeks, James has offered top-5 per-game value in eight-cat formats according to Basketball Monster. The Lakers play three games in Week 14 without a back-to-back, which should get James a little more rest after a busy Week 13.
LAL • Small Forward, Power Forward, Point Guard, Center, and Shooting Guard • #23
about 1 month ago
Counting Sunday, the Lakers will have played five games in seven days, and James has been available for all of them. How heavy a workload he’ll have to carry on Sunday depends on Luka Dončić, who’s a game-time decision after missing Saturday’s loss to the Trail Blazers.
Source: Daniel Starkand
LAL • Small Forward, Power Forward, Point Guard, Center, and Shooting Guard • #23
about 1 month ago
James played 32 minutes in Saturday’s loss to the Trail Blazers, a game in which the Lakers were without Luka Dončić, Deandre Ayton and Austin Reaves, to name three of the absentees. If James can’t play, the Lakers will be in a challenging spot, especially if Dončić remains out.
Source: Daniel Starkand
LAL • Small Forward, Power Forward, Point Guard, Center, and Shooting Guard • #23
about 1 month ago
With no Luka Dončić in the lineup, the Lakers had to rely on James more than they would prefer to in Portland. While he kept turnovers in check, committing only four, the added responsibility made it more challenging for James to get going offensively. He still finished with a complete stat line, and the field-goal percentage was the only issue. The question now is whether LeBron will be available for Sunday’s game against the Raptors.
LAL • Small Forward, Power Forward, Point Guard, Center, and Shooting Guard • #23
about 1 month ago
James followed up his 31/9/10 outing against the Hawks with another well-rounded performance on Thursday. In his 33 minutes, he once again shot well from the floor and was efficient from the three-point line, as his impact as a rebounder and playmaker also carried over. The 41-year-old forward also gathered a few stocks before the final horn sounded, giving him lots of fantasy basketball production on the night. The Lakers will face the Trail Blazers on Saturday, where James will have a chance to log another big performance.
LAL • Small Forward, Power Forward, Point Guard, Center, and Shooting Guard • #23
about 1 month ago
LeBron has had a lot of success against the Hawks throughout his career, and even at 41 years old, that hasn’t changed. He fell one rebound shy of recording his first triple-double of the season for the second time in the Lakers’ last three games to help them snap a three-game losing streak. He had some rough outings early on, but he has been excellent since the calendar flipped to 2026, and he’ll look to keep it going against the Hornets on Thursday.
LAL • Small Forward, Power Forward, Point Guard, Center, and Shooting Guard • #23
about 1 month ago
James was initially listed as questionable with left foot joint arthritis and right sciatica, but is ultimately available for Tuesday’s game against the Hawks. The 41-year-old had 22 points in Monday’s loss to the Kings and is set to play both games of a back-to-back for the first time so far this season.
LAL • Small Forward, Power Forward, Point Guard, Center, and Shooting Guard • #23
about 1 month ago
James scored 22 points on Monday but could end up sitting out against Atlanta. Rui Hachimura will be back, so if James is sidelined Jake LaRavia should remain in the starting lineup, though he only had two points in 31 minutes against the Kings.
Source: NBA Injury Report
LAL • Small Forward, Power Forward, Point Guard, Center, and Shooting Guard • #23
about 1 month ago
As a team, the Lakers shot 8-of-36 from beyond the arc, with James missing all five of his attempts. And with the Lakers unable to get stops when they needed them, the 41-year-old was subbed out for good with 1:53 remaining. James played 33 minutes, and he’s yet to play both games of a back-to-back this season. Consider him questionable for Tuesday’s game against the Hawks.