LeBron James out with a calf contusion / News - Basketnews.com

James picked up the injury during Friday's game against the Suns. He will miss the game versus the Trail Blazers. His further availability is currently unknown.

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Los Angeles Lakers superstar LeBron James picked up an injury during the team's last game against the Phoenix Suns on Friday. He will miss the next game.

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The Lakers officially announced that James had been downgraded to out for Sunday's match versus the Portland Trail Blazers. The player's availability for other upcoming duels is currently unknown.

James picked up a non-contact injury on Friday during an offensive possession in the first quarter where he tried to drive to the basket against Kevin Durant.

James left the game limping but later returned and scored 32 points in 36 minutes of playing time.

In his 21st season in the NBA, LeBron is averaging 25.2 points, 8.4 rebounds, and 5.4 assists per game.

With James sidelined for the game, the Lakers announced that Anthony Davis would play. The team is currently 8th in the Western Conference with four wins and five losses.

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