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Will LeBron James play tonight against Hawks? Latest update on Lakers’ superstar

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Another tricky away game awaits for the struggling Los Angeles Lakers on Friday. LeBron James and Co, who are coming into this game on the back of a humiliating 134-93 defeat against the Miami Heat, will be up against an upbeat Atlanta Hawks, who are on a 5-game winning run.

The Lakers’ season has been a classic case of feast or famine. They have dominated some games, but then suffered humiliating losses in others.

LeBron James’ recent form has been a big concern for JJ Redick and the Lakers. Over his last seven games, James has averaged 18 points per game on 43% field goal shooting and 13% from beyond the arc, marking his worst stretch in 20 years.

The Lakers’ recent slump has raised questions about how to manage LeBron’s workload moving forward, especially considering his recent form.

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LeBron James listed as questionable for Hawks’ clash

Amid LeBron James’ workload management conundrum, the Lakers have been hit with an injury concern as the 38-year-old is listed as questionable for tonight’s game due to soreness in his left foot.

LeBron James is questionable for tomorrow; Austin Reaves is out pic.twitter.com/H8giNe9A2l
— Dave McMenamin (@mcten) December 5, 2024

Rookie Bronny James, who has been recovering left heel contusion for the past few weeks, has also been listed as questionable for Friday’s game.

Meanwhile, Austin Reaves, who has been on the sidelines for the past three games due to a pelvic contusion, has been ruled out for this game as well.

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