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LeBron James and Anthony Davis could be available for the LA Lakers when they host the Sacramento Kings on Wednesday. The matchup against the Kings will be the second night of a back-to-back set. In past seasons that would normally be a rest day for one or both superstars. Load management, though, isn’t going to be as easy this season due to the NBA’s new rules. If they’re healthy, they will start for the Lakers.
James was questionable heading into the Memphis Grizzlies game due to a bruised left calf. The Lakers made him a game-time decision and eventually allowed him to play Tuesday night. After the win over Memphis, “King James” told reporters that he was not 100%, but he was good to go.
According to Sportskeeda's Mark Medina, LeBron James will play against the Sacramento Kings tonight. James played just 23 minutes in the Lakers’ 134-107 win over the shorthanded Memphis Grizzlies.
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Like the four-time MVP, Anthony Davis didn’t play too many minutes in the lopsided win. AD was on the court for just 27 minutes and finished with 19 points, 11 rebounds, six blocks and five assists. He also had enough rest and will suit up tonight vs. the Sacramento Kings, per Medina.
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The LA Lakers’ hot shooting gave LeBron James and Anthony Davis much-needed time on the bench
The LA Lakers did not want to overlook the Memphis Grizzlies but were also wary of the Sacramento Kings. By putting the game away early, the Lakers gave LeBron James and Anthony Davis much-needed rest. Instead of a seesaw battle, they cruised to a victory with both superstars sitting on the bench.
Darvin Ham’s team zoomed to the win behind exceptional shooting from behind the arc. They hit 22-35 shots from behind the arc, their best as a team this season. D’Angelo Russell and Austin Reaves led the way for the Lakers. They combined for 10-12 from long range. AR was a perfect 4-4 from that distance.
The LA Lakers were near the bottom in three-point field-goal percentage before their sizzling-hot show against the Memphis Grizzlies. They have improved to 34.0%, which is 23rd in the NBA. If they can sustain at least league-average efficiency from deep, they would be a headache to try and beat.
LA's hot hand across the roster will help make the game easier for LeBron James and Anthony Davis.
