LA Lakers Injury Report: 3 starters, including LeBron James, in doubt for game vs. Kings (Dec. 28)

The LA Lakers will take on the Sacramento Kings for the fourth and final time this NBA regular season on Saturday. LeBron James and his team have already clinched the season series against their Western Conference rivals, winning all three previous matchups. The Lakers will now look to complete a season sweep with another victory.

Currently sitting fifth in the Western Conference standings with a 17-13 record after 30 games, JJ Redick's team heads into Saturday’s clash with confidence, coming off a thrilling 115-113 win over the Golden State Warriors on Christmas Day.

However, the Lakers face injury concerns heading into the game, with three regular starters appearing on the team's injury report.

LeBron James is listed as "questionable" for game against the Kings due to an illness. The 20-time All-Star was unable to participate in the team’s practice on Friday.

Anthony Davis is also "questionable" with a left ankle sprain. Davis, who left the game against the Warriors in the first quarter after twisting his ankle, missed practice on Friday to focus on treatment for his injury.

Rui Hachimura is dealing with an illness and is similarly listed as "questionable." He was unable to join the team’s practice on Friday.

Meanwhile, D'Angelo Russell, who missed the Lakers' previous game, is listed as "probable" with a left thumb injury. Encouragingly, Russell did participate in Friday's practice ahead of the matchup against the Kings.

Jaxson Hayes is "questionable" as he continues his recovery from a right ankle sprain.

Where to watch LA Lakers vs. Sacramento Kings?

The LA Lakers vs. Sacramento Kings game will take place on Saturday, Dec. 28, at the Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles, California. The game will tip off at 10:30 p.m. EST (7:30 p.m. PT).

The Lakers vs. Kings game will be broadcast live on Spectrum SportsNet (local) and NBC Sports California (local). The live streaming will be available on the NBA League Pass and Fubo TV app and website (regional restrictions may apply).