LeBron James Stats Tonight: How did the Lakers superstar fare against Utah Jazz? (Feb. 10)

LeBron James returned from a one-game absence as the LA Lakers hosted the Utah Jazz on Monday. The four-time MVP’s availability coincided with the Lakers debut of former Dallas Mavericks star Luka Doncic.

King James and Doncic ran the plays early in JJ Redick’s offense. The former contributed seven points, two rebounds and two assists compared to the latter’s five-point and one-assist output in the first quarter. LA immediately grabbed a 37-25 lead at the end of the period.

LeBron James went 3-for-5 in the second quarter with both misses coming from behind the arc. He had six points and one assist to help push the Lakers to a 72-47 halftime lead. LA outscored Utah by 23 points during his 18-minute stint.

James had nine points and five assists in the third quarter. LA needed the four-time MVP to sustain his excellent play because the Utah Jazz stepped up on both ends. James’ performance helped the Lakers keep a 100-75 lead before the final frame.

JJ Redick played LeBron James for only a minute in the fourth quarter. The All-Star forward added two points to his tally before Austin Reaves took him out for good. LA led 102-77 when Reaves came in for the four-time champ.

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LeBron James took a shot late in LA Lakers' blowout win over Utah Jazz on Monday

LeBron James stepped in front of Utah Jazz center Walker Kessler to draw an offensive foul. James took the hit on the chest but was called for a shooting foul. LA Lakers coach JJ Redick promptly took out the 40-year-old veteran after the collision. LA led 102-77 when the play happened.

James grimaced in pain as he went to the locker room. He rejoined his teammates on the bench near the halfway point of the fourth quarter. The Lakers superstar might not have been cleared to play had the Jazz made the game close.

The comfortable lead allowed Redick to finish the game while King James sat on the bench. He might have a questionable status before the rematch with the Jazz in Utah on Wednesday.