Things just keep going from bad to worse for the Los Angeles Lakers.
Not only did they lose to the New Orleans Pelicans on Sunday. But LeBron James sustained what he described as a “horrible” ankle injury in the 116-108 loss.
He rolled his left ankle early in the second quarter while setting up for rebounding position. He stepped on Pelicans center Jaxson Hayes’ foot under the basket before collapsing to the court. He remained on the floor for a moment, but was eventually able to get up and keep playing.
LeBron James played throuh an ankle injuruy on Sunday. (Chuck Cook/Reuters)
He ended up playing 42 minutes while tallying 39 points, nine rebounds and five assists. His effort didn’t make much of a difference for the Lakers, who blew a 60-40 lead in the eight-point loss.
After the game, James met with media with his ankle heavily taped but without the aid of crutches.
“I have no idea how I finished the game,” James told reporters about his ankle. … “It’s horrible right now.”
James’…