Lakers News: Recuperating LeBron James Talks Sunday Availability

Will Houston see The King tomorrow?

Los Angeles Lakers All-Star small forward LeBron James had another modest, if solid, night against the Minnesota Timberwolves en route to a 123-111 road trip win for LA.

Playing in just his third game back in LA's lineup following a right foot tendon tear incurred last month, James scored 18 points (low for him) on 7-of-19 shooting from the field, 10 rebounds and six assists, but flashed some bursts of encouraging athleticism thanks to a pair of emphatic dunks.

He discussed his night with gathered reporters after the game, and what to expect out of him on Sunday against the rebuilding Houston Rockets.

"Sunday can't come fast enough for me." @KingJames says he expects to play Sunday against the Rockets and discusses the importance of getting the win tonight. pic.twitter.com/1NctQ2wgji

— Spectrum SportsNet (@SpectrumSN) April 1, 2023

"Our focus shifts to Houston right now," James said following the victory Friday. "They beat us last time we played them... so now our focus shifts to them right away. I'm [going to] lock in on the film as soon as I get on the plane, and watch the last few games that they had, and the game we had when I didn't play."

"It's getting better," James said of his recovery from his right foot tendon tear. "My rhythm is still not quite there yet as it was before the injury but, I mean, I was out for four weeks, I understand that... I'll be in the lineup on Sunday." 

The Rockets game could represent an opportunity for James to enjoy a more robust scoring night against an absolutely terrible defensive team.

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