Will LeBron James play against the Kings tonight? The most recent availability of the Lakers superstar (Dec. 19)
LeBron James is listed as “questionable” for the LA Lakers’ regular-season matchup against the Sacramento Kings on Thursday, December 19, as he continues to manage a left foot injury. James, who recently missed two games, returned in the Lakers’ 116-110 win over the Memphis Grizzlies on Sunday.
In his return, the four-time NBA champion played 34 minutes, tallying 18 points, eight rebounds, eight assists, one steal, and two blocks while shooting 7-of-17 from the field and 3-of-6 from three-point range. This performance helped the Lakers improve to a 14-12 season record.
Injury Update
Despite his return, LeBron acknowledged that his foot injury remains an ongoing concern. He expressed gratitude for a lighter schedule that allowed him to focus on recovery and conditioning, saying:
“It’s not behind me. It’s an everyday thing… but I was able to do some great things (during the break).”
This season, LeBron has been crucial for the Lakers, averaging:
- 22.8 points
- 8.0 rebounds
- 9.1 assists
- Shooting 49.2% from the field and 36.5% from three-point range.
Game Details
The LA Lakers vs. Sacramento Kings game is scheduled for Thursday, December 19, at the Golden 1 Center in Sacramento, California, tipping off at 10:00 p.m. EST (7:00 p.m. PT).
How to Watch
- Local Broadcasts: NBCS – California (Sacramento area) and Spectrum SportsNet (Los Angeles area).
- Streaming: NBA League Pass and Fubo TV (regional restrictions may apply).
Pre-game coverage will begin an hour before tip-off.
Stay tuned for updates on James’ status as game time approaches.
