Will LeBron James playing tonight against the Philadelphia 76ers? Latest update on the Los Angeles Lakers star's injury report (January 28, 2025)

As the Los Angeles Lakers prepare to face the Philadelphia 76ers on Tuesday, January 28, LeBron James' status is a focal point for fans and analysts. The 40-year-old NBA legend has been a key player for the Lakers this season, averaging 22 points, 7.9 assists, and 6.4 rebounds over the last 20 games. While not listed on the injury report, James' leadership will be critical as the Lakers face a challenging matchup with other injuries on the roster.
The game is set to tip off at 7:30 PM ET at the Wells Fargo Center in Philadelphia and will be broadcast on TNT, SportsNet LA, and Max. Fans can also catch the action via Fubo's live-streaming service. With both teams struggling with injuries, the spotlight is expected to shine brighter on players like LeBron James to carry their respective squads.

For the Los Angeles Lakers, their injury report includes Christian Wood (out, knee), Rui Hachimura (day-to-day, calf), Gabe Vincent (day-to-day, knee), and Jalen Hood-Schifino (day-to-day, hamstring). The team has been outscored by an average of 1.1 points per game this season, highlighting the importance of LeBron James and Anthony Davis stepping up offensively. Davis, the team’s leading scorer with 26.3 points per game, will also be tasked with dominating on the boards, where the Los Angeles Lakers currently rank 28th in the league.
The 76ers, on the other hand, will be without their cornerstone player Joel Embiid (foot), alongside Jared McCain, Kenyon Martin Jr., Caleb Martin, and Andre Drummond. Guerschon Yabusele is listed as probable. Tyrese Maxey has been the 76ers' star performer, averaging 26.7 points and 3.4 three-pointers per game over the last 20 outings.
Philadelphia's biggest struggle this season has been rebounding, ranking last in the league with 39 rebounds per game. The Los Angeles Lakers, though slightly better, average just 41.5 boards per game and often lose the rebound battle to opponents. Both teams will need strong performances from their second-tier players to compensate for their respective injury woes.
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The absence of important players during the Lakers vs. 76ers game will allow veterans and role players like LeBron James to step up. With playoff hopes on the line, every game matters, and fans are looking forward to what looks to be a fierce matchup.