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LeBron James had a brief injury scare Friday night as the Los Angeles Lakers secured a 124-108 win over the New Orleans Pelicans. In the first quarter, while trying to block a layup attempt by Jose Alvarado, James caught his right thumb on the rim. He immediately left the court to have it taped during a timeout.
Fortunately, the injury appeared to be minor. James returned to the game shortly after and continued playing without obvious discomfort. By halftime, he had already contributed 13 points, 5 assists, and 2 steals, helping the Lakers build a 62-53 lead.
Luka Dončić led the Lakers with an impressive 35-point performance, while Austin Reaves added 30 points. The Lakers’ strong showing further boosted their chances of earning a top-four spot in the Western Conference standings.
The Pelicans, meanwhile, struggled without key players Zion Williamson and CJ McCollum, both sidelined due to injuries. Jose Alvarado stepped up for New Orleans, scoring 27 points, but it wasn’t enough to match the Lakers’ offensive rhythm.
This win marks the Lakers’ third straight victory over the Pelicans this season. With just a few regular-season games left, keeping star players like James healthy will be crucial as the team eyes a deep playoff run.
For fans interested in the moment of injury, a slow-motion replay of James hurting his thumb is available online, offering a closer look at the incident.
