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Carmelo Anthony on LeBron James skipping 2025 NBA All-Star Game
Carmelo Anthony, one of LeBron James' closest friends, has a strong opinion on James opting to not play in this year's NBA All-Star Game.
Why LeBron James won't be playing in the NBA All-Star Game
Under the NBA’s new tournament-like format for the All-Star Game, LeBron James was the first overall pick selected by Shaquille O’Neal a couple weeks ago. But on Sunday, Shaq’s squad took quite the hit with last-minute injury news.
LeBron James won’t play in NBA All-Star Game, ending his 20-year streak
Soreness in a foot and ankle force him to miss the midseason classic. He hopes to be ready when the regular season resumes on Wednesday.
LeBron James sits out All-Star Game, ending 20-year streak of starts
LeBron James will not play in Sunday’s All-Star Game, the first time he has been selected but will not participate in the league’s midseason showcase.
Lakers Star LeBron James Reveals He Will Miss NBA All-Star Game
Los Angeles Lakers star LeBron James has revealed that he will not be playing in the NBA All-Star Game tonight. During his media availability before the game, James revealed that he is still dealing with an injury so he will not be in uniform. LeBron James says he won't play in tonight's game because of foot/ankle discomfort.
Lakers’ LeBron James out for NBA All-Star Game with ankle, foot discomfort: ‘Hate that’
LeBron James won’t take part in Sunday night’s NBA All-Star Game. The Lakers superstar revealed a little more than an hour before it started that he won’t play due to foot and ankle discomfort.
Lakers' LeBron James Won't Play in 2025 NBA All-Star Game Due to Ankle, Foot Injuries
Los Angeles Lakers star LeBron James will not play in Sunday night's All-Star Game, per the Associated Press' Tim Reynolds. James told reporters he's sitting out due to lingering foot and ankle discomfort. A replacement for James won't be named ahead of tipoff, according to ESPN's Dave McMenamin.
Lakers star LeBron James rules himself out of 2025 NBA All-Star Game
Los Angeles Lakers star LeBron James ruled himself out of the 2025 All-Star Game Sunday due to ankle soreness, he announced in a press conference before the mini tournament got underway. There will not be a replacement for James in the revamped mini tournament due to the late timing of the announcement.
Ex-NBA Veteran Takes Shot at Bronny James After LeBron James Sat Out of All-Star Game
Sunday’s NBA All-Star Game left fans largely disappointed after the new format turned out to be a huge bust, with everyone from Stephen A. Smith to the casual basketball viewer ripping the uninspiring four-team tournament.
NBA All-Star Game live: LeBron James will not play in his record 21st event
The Los Angeles Lakers forward still is suffering from ankle and foot soreness. He said before the All-Star Game he hoped to play again Wednesday.
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LeBron James to miss NBA All-Star Game, consecutive starts record snapped at 20 games
SAN FRANCISCO — LeBron James' historic run is over ... The league is introducing a new format into the NBA All-Star Game on Sunday, depending on players to deliver a competitive event that ...
Former NBA All-Star Says LeBron James' Game Is Too Predictable
Count former NBA All-Star Kendall Gill among those who are taking Michael Jordan over LeBron James in the G.O.A.T debate.
Shannon Sharpe calls out 'selfish' LeBron James for All-Star game decision, Stephen A. Smith was shocked
Unfortunately, James making the announcement a couple of hours before the All-Star game didn't sit well with fans. In fact, ...