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USA Today via Reuters

USA Today via Reuters

The Los Angeles Lakers have been not performing at their best so far this season. In fact, the Lakers have had many issues since the beginning of the season. Fans are genuinely perplexed at how there seems to be no end to the team’s problems. The game between the Lakers and the San Antonio Spurs underlined and emphasized that LeBron James and co. are struggling to keep their heads above water.

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During the game, LeBron James fell to the hardwood. And his trusted teammate, Anthony Davis tried to get him off the ground. But he fell too with a leg split. Lakers fans couldn’t have been more in limbo than now. They witnessed two key players of the team fall to the ground. The look on LeBron’s face was one of worry and concern. However, luckily for Lakers fans, Davis was seen laughing it off later.

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Fans pointed out that even LeBron James was worried after seeing AD slip.

Here are some of the reactions from NBA Twitter:

https://twitter.com/Zomb1fy/status/1596323366457073664?s=20&t=U_mpdlngQqRrSR2I4yHrnQ

Anthony Davis has seemingly turned over a new leaf. His recent numbers seem to have put doubts to rest. But his health has always been his Achilles heel. He has missed many games due to not being in complete form. But he is not the only Lakers star who has been injured of late.

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Owing to a groin injury, LeBron James missed the last six games. The team did feel his absence, however, as they sit 14th in the Western Conference table with a 5-11 record. They are just above the Houston Rockets, who prop up the table.

LeBron was back in action tonight, but Patrick Beverly’s suspension could be another sign of a setback.

LeBron’s comeback to the game from a groin injury was much anticipated. Bleacher Report’s Chris Haynes reported that the NBA champion would return to the lineup to play against the San Antonio Spurs.

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USA Today via Reuters

There has also been heavy speculation that the Los Angeles Lakers would like to make a trade. Their main focus is reported to be arming James with a solid roster around him.

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However, Anthony Davis has since risen to the occasion in the period of LeBron’s absence. He has been averaging 26.4 points and 12.6 rebounds per game so far this season. Neither Anthony Davis nor LeBron James can arguably afford another loss, let alone another injury.

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