Is LeBron James playing tonight against Memphis Grizzlies? Latest injury update for Lakers All-Star (Dec. 15)

LA Lakers star LeBron James will play against the Memphis Grizzlies on Sunday. The All-Star forward was on the injury report, citing a left foot soreness issue. James had missed the last two games, too. The 39-year-old was also not with the team for personal reasons.

There was growing uncertainty about whether he would return in time, as there were no updates regarding his time away from the team. The Lakers continued citing his foot injury as the prime reason for his absence. However, all the speculation around his availability has been put to bed.

LeBron James returns after the Lakers' eighth loss in 11 outings. With key players like Jarred Vanderbilt, Christian Wood, and Jaxson Hayes still out, James' presence becomes even more critical for LA's thin frontcourt depth against the in-form Grizzlies, who are cruising on an 11-2 run.

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LeBron James stats vs. Memphis Grizzlies

LeBron James has averaged 26.0 points, 7.7 rebounds and 7.9 assists against the Memphis Grizzlies in 49 appearances, winning 32 times. He played the first two games between the teams. James had 39 points, seven rebounds and six assists in the Nov. 6 matchup, which ended in a 131-114 loss for the Lakers. He dropped 35 in their next game on Nov. 13, adding 12 rebounds and 14 assists in a 128-123 win.

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How to watch Memphis Grizzlies vs. LA Lakers game?

Local TV operators FanDuel Sports Network Southeast and Spectrum SportsNet will provide coverage of the Memphis Grizzlies-LA Lakers game. Viewers outside the local areas and the U.S. can catch live action online via NBA League Pass. The game will begin at 9:30 p.m. ET at the Crypto.com Arena.

The Grizzlies are a -4-point favorite to win with a -170 money line. Despite homecourt advantage, the Lakers enter as the underdogs because of their lack of momentum, injuries and Memphis' red-hot form.