What happened to LeBron James? Latest injury update for Lakers star after exit's game in Luka Doncic's debut (Feb. 10)

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LeBron James exited Monday's game against the Utah Jazz, in which Luka Doncic made his LA Lakers debut. The four-time MVP had a collision with Walker Kessler in an attempt to take charge. However, James missed the call and was issued a blocking foul. He also went off the court after seemingly taking a hit in his midsection.

James stretched out his lower core in the tunnel before heading to the locker room in the tunnel. Here's the video of him after the knock:

With the Lakers up 30 points, James night is likely done. He finished with 24 points, seven rebounds and eight assists in 29 minutes, shooting 10 of 17, including three 3s. James returned to the Lakers bench after his exit, seemingly looking okay.

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LeBron James avoids press, Lakers coach JJ Redick gives update on availability for next game

LeBron James didn't address the press after Monday's game. However, coach JJ Redick said he expected the four-time MVP to be available for the next game on Wednesday on the road against the Utah Jazz, the Lakers' final game before the All-Star break.

James was coming off a break after missing Saturday's early clash against the Indiana Pacers, citing a left ankle soreness injury. He's been relatively healthy for the second consecutive season, playing 46 games thus far.

James has averaged 24.5 points, 7.8 rebounds and 9.0 assists, shooting on 52/3977 splits. He's been in tremendous form over the past four games, averaging 33.7 ppg, 12.0 rpg and 9.7 apg on 56.3% shooting, including 52.4% from 3. James is on a personal five-game winning streak.

He will hope the his latest knock isn't a long-term issue as his rhythm has been key to LA's success. The Lakers are fifth in the West and a game behind the Rockets for the fourth spot, so it's crucial that he's available in the next game as Luka Doncic is also ramping back and not playing his usual rotation minutes.

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