Los Angeles Lakers superstar LeBron James has reached his 40th birthday this season, yet the two-decade veteran continues to perform at an elite level on the court. Unlike many of the league’s younger players who struggle to maintain their fitness and health, James has proved his durability and dominance, playing 40 games so far this season.
The Lakers are set to face the Charlotte Hornets on Monday at the Spectrum Center in Charlotte, North Carolina. James is listed as probable on the Lakers’ injury report due to a foot issue. Nevertheless, it’s expected that he will suit up to lead his team.
The Lakers will be without Christian Wood, who is sidelined with a knee injury, while Anthony Davis, Rui Hachimura, and Gabe Vincent are listed as day-to-day with various ailments. Jalen Hood-Schifino and Jarred Vanderbilt remain out with hamstring and knee injuries, respectively.
The Hornets also face significant injury challenges. Brandon Miller and Grant Williams are out for the season with wrist and ACL injuries. Cody Martin is unavailable due to a core issue, and Tre Mann is sidelined with a back injury.
LeBron James Thanks Fans For His 21st All-Star Game Selection
LeBron James continues to prove that his dominance in the NBA remains unchanged, even as he approaches the twilight of his legendary career. This season, fans have again voted him into his 21st All-Star Game. James shared how much the honor means to him when asked about the milestone.
“Special thanks to my fans that voted me in in their portion. The coaches, players who had anything to do with me being a part of it, it’s always special and very humbling. I don’t take it for granted being an All-Star. It’s always special. Pretty happy about it,” James said.
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With this 21st selection, James has now appeared in more All-Star Games than any other player in NBA history. It’s a direct slap on those critics who still question James’ dominance in the league.
