Lakers star LeBron James (elbow, foot) ruled out vs. Knicks
Mar 5, 2026; Denver, Colorado, USA; Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James (23) controls the ball against Denver Nuggets forward Zeke Nnaji (22) in the first quarter at Ball Arena. Mandatory Credit: Isaiah J. Downing-Imagn Images Los Angeles Lakers superstar LeBron James has been downgraded to out for Sunday afternoon's game against the visiting New York Knicks.
James, who was considered a game-time decision, is nursing a left elbow contusion and left foot arthritis.
The four-time NBA MVP and 22-time All-Star was injured during the fourth quarter of Thursday's 120-113 road loss against the Denver Nuggets when he fell hard to the court after driving toward the hoop. He briefly returned to the game before departing again in the final minute.
James, 41, is averaging 21.4 points, 7.0 assists and 5.6 rebounds in 44 games (all starts) this season.
--Field Level Media
Latest Betting
- 2026 MLB Rookie of the Year Odds: Best AL and NL Futures Bets
- Best College Basketball Bets Today: Miami Ohio Headlines Friday's Slate
- NBA Picks for March 5: Best Betting Picks on Thursday
- Arnold Palmer Invitational Betting Picks: Fleetwood, McIlroy and Lowry Bets
- Best Team USA Player Future Betting Picks for the World Baseball Classic
- Wednesday March 4th Top College Basketball Betting Picks & Predictions
- 2026 MLB MVP Picks: Best Long-Shot Bets in the AL and NL
