Lakers Injury Report: LeBron James Turns the Tables on Anthony Davis for 1st Matchup vs Victor Wembanyama

The Los Angeles Lakers blew past the San Antonio Spurs in the last game without their superstar LeBron James in the lineup. James was ruled out of the game due to a left calf contusion. Anthony Davis balled out in his co-star’s absence and had a historic duel with Spurs rookie Victor Wembanyama. AD went off for 37 points and 10 rebounds to get his team a 122-119 victory over Wemby in their first meeting of the season.

The Lake Show will be in San Antonio once again tonight. But this time, LeBron has turned the tables on Anthony Davis and is all set to face Victor Wembanyama for the first time.

LeBron James and Anthony Davis’ injury status

According to the latest injury report from the Los Angeles Lakers, Anthony Davis has been ruled out of tonight’s game against the Spurs. He has been playing with a lingering hip injury for some time and is getting some time to recover. Meanwhile, LeBron James is back in the lineup to replace his co-star after missing the last game due to a calf injury. This will be the first meeting between LeBron James and 19-year-old Spurs rookie Victor Wembanyama. The 7’4 rookie was the biggest prospect heading into the NBA draft since LeBron James, and fans have been eagerly waiting to see them go head-to-head against each other.

Apart from Anthony Davis, Cam Reddish and D’Angelo Russell have also been ruled out from tonight’s game. However, the Lakers will have Taurean Prince and Jarred Vanderbilt in the lineup to make up for their absence. Anthony Davis and D’Angelo Russell’s absence could cost their team the game.

AD has been playing at an elite level recently. He has had three consecutive 35+ points games and D’Angelo has also been a solid scorer for the Lakers. So, LeBron James and co. will need somebody to step up in their absence.

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Can LeBron James beat Victor Wembanyama in their first matchup?

LeBron James has defeated nearly every superstar in the league in his 21-year career. But tonight will be the first time he will go up against a player like Victor Wembanyama. The 19-year-old is 7’4 with handles and shooting ability like a guard. LeBron will have to use all his skill and experience to topple the Spurs rookie. Wemby almost pulled off a huge upset in the last game, scoring 30 points and 13 rebounds.

AD’s monster performance saved the Lakers from getting humiliated by Wembanyama. But without AD in the lineup, no player can go up against the 7’4 rookie. Do you think LeBron James can get past Victor Wembanyama without the help of Anthony Davis?

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