The Milwaukee Bucks face the Los Angeles Lakers on Friday, Jan. 9, 2026 at Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles, Calif.

Luka Doncic, who had an off shooting night by making only eight of 25 from the field, fouls out and LeBron James, who had 26 points, has a late turnover.

LeBron James was out of action on Wednesday night as the Los Angeles Lakers suffered a 107-91 blowout loss to Victor Wembanyama and the San Antonio Spurs. The four-time NBA champion forward was forced to sit out due to multiple injuries. James is nursing arthritis in his left foot joint and sciatica in his right side.

LeBron James, Luka Donic and the Los Angeles Lakers invade the Alamo to battle Victor Wembanyama and the San Antonio Spurs today. Find out how to watch for free.

Despite recently celebrating his 41st birthday and in his 23rd NBA season, LeBron James thinks his game is still as strong as it has ever been.

LeBron James has continued to operate as one of the Los Angeles Lakers ’ most impactful players, now in his eighth season with the franchise. As James’ career enters its final stages, the 41-year-old veteran superstar has nothing left to prove, even in Los Angeles.