Los Angeles Lakers star LeBron James sustained a right ankle injury early in the second quarter of Saturday’s 99-94 loss to the visiting Atlanta Hawks.
ESPN reported that James has a high ankle sprain and is out indefinitely. A Lakers sideline reporter confirmed the report.
The four-time NBA Most Valuable Player left the contest and postgame X-rays were negative. The team was waiting on MRI exam results, according to multiple reports.
Nothing angers and saddens me more than not being available to and for my teammates! I’m hurt inside and out right now. 🤦🏾♂️. The road back from recovery begins now. Back soon like I never left. #ThekidfromAKRON🤴🏾
— LeBron James (@KingJames) March 21, 2021
Hawks forward Solomon Hill rolled into James’ right ankle while chasing after a loose ball with 10:50 remaining in the second quarter. James let out a scream in frustration as he …
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