Mar 8, 2025; Boston, Massachusetts, USA; Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James (23) drives to the basket against Boston Celtics guard Derrick White (9) during the first quarter at the TD Garden. Mandatory Credit: Brian Fluharty-Imagn Images Brian Fluharty-Imagn Images

Lakers’ LeBron James Exits Match Against Celtics With Injury

Originally posted on Los Angeles Lakers on SI
By Ricardo Klein | Last updated Mar 8, 2025 10:56 PM ET

Los Angeles Lakers superstar forward LeBron James has exited the match against the Boston Celtics.

The reason is unknown, but he was grabbing the inside of his left leg.

LeBron James went back to the Lakers' locker room during the timeout at the 6:44 mark.
— Jovan Buha (@jovanbuha) March 9, 2025

He left in the fourth quarter with 6:44 left.

Update: James has been ruled out for the rest of the game due to a groin strain.

LeBron James (groin strain) will not return to tonight’s game, per the Lakers.
— Jovan Buha (@jovanbuha) March 9, 2025

James finishes the game with 22 points, 14 rebounds, and nine assists.

The severity of the injury is unknown. It would be a massive blow for L.A. if they were to be without their 40-year-old superstar for a significant period of time.

Saturday's game was the start of a four-game road trip for the Lakers. Not only that, but this month of March is grueling for the purple and gold, whose schedule is not easy.

This article first appeared on FanNation All Lakers and was syndicated with permission.

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