The Lakers' start to the 2022-23 season went from bad to worse on Wednesday when star forward LeBron James left the floor with a groin injury.
Los Angeles did get some good news on Thursday, though. The injury is not expected to sideline the 37-year-old for an extended period.
"It's not torn. That was my biggest thing, that he didn't tear anything," Lakers coach Darvin Ham said after James underwent an MRI scan. "So, it was good news. Even though, you know, I'm sure it's painful. Doubtful, day-to-day, whatever — I'm just happy there wasn't anything torn."
Will James be healthy enough to play in Saturday night's game?
Here is everything you need to know about Lakers vs. Nets, including TV and streaming options for the game.
Is LeBron James playing vs. Nets tonight?
James is officially out for Sunday's game against the Nets with a left adductor strain. He is considered day-to-day moving forward.
The Lakers say LeBron James (left adductor strain) is now OUT for tonight’s home game against Brooklyn.
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Through 10 games this season, James is averaging 24.9 points, 8.8 rebounds and 6.9 assists while shooting 45.7 percent from the field.
What channel is Lakers vs. Nets on?
- Date: Sunday, Nov. 13
- TV channel: NBA TV
- Live streaming: Sling TV
Lakers vs. Nets will air on NBA TV. Viewers can also stream the game on Sling TV.
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Lakers vs. Nets start time
- Date: Sunday, Nov. 13
- Time: 9:30 p.m. ET
Lakers vs. Nets will tip off around 9:30 p.m. ET on Sunday, Nov. 13. The game will be played at Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles.
Lakers schedule 2022-23
Here are Los Angeles' next five games of the 2022-23 regular season:
| Date | Opponent | Time (ET) | TV channel |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nov. 13 | vs. Nets | 9:30 p.m. | NBA TV |
| Nov. 18 | vs. Pistons | 10:30 p.m. | — |
| Nov. 20 | vs. Spurs | 9:30 p.m. | — |
| Nov. 22 | at Suns | 10 p.m. | TNT |
| Nov. 25 | at Spurs | 8 p.m. | — |
Nets schedule 2022-23
Here are Brooklyn's next five games of the 2022-23 regular season:
| Date | Opponent | Time (ET) | TV channel |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nov. 13 | at Lakers | 9:30 p.m. | NBA TV |
| Nov. 15 | at Kings | 10 p.m. | TNT |
| Nov. 17 | at Trail Blazers | 10 p.m. | — |
| Nov. 20 | vs. Grizzlies | 7 p.m. | — |
| Nov. 22 | at 76ers | 7:30 p.m. | TNT |
