LeBron James Faces Lakers Injury Setback Following End of Historic Streak

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LeBron James Faces Lakers Injury Setback Following End of Historic Streak

LeBron James faced another injury setback just one day after his monumental scoring streak ended. The Los Angeles Lakers superstar is set to miss the highly anticipated matchup against the Boston Celtics on December 5, 2025, due to multiple injuries.

Details of LeBron James’ Injury

At 40 years old, James is still recovering from sciatica, an issue that forced him to miss the entire preseason and several games in the ongoing 2025-26 NBA season. During the games he has played, he has struggled, averaging only 14.0 points, 7.8 assists, and 4.3 rebounds.

Historic Scoring Streak Comes to an End

James recently had his impressive streak of scoring 10 or more points snapped at 1,297 games. This record places him among a rare group of only 24 players in NBA history to exceed 1,297 regular-season games. Currently, he holds the second position on the all-time list with 1,568 games played, trailing only Celtics legend Robert Parish, who participated in 1,611 games.

Game Postponement and Team Announcement

December 5, 2025: LeBron James confirmed to miss the game against the Celtics.
Initially listed as doubtful due to right sciatica and left foot joint arthritis.
Decision made to manage injuries effectively.

James’ Mindset After the Streak

After the end of his scoring streak, James maintained a positive outlook. In a recent locker room interview, he emphasized that leading the league in assists and winning MVP titles were always his goals, rather than focusing solely on scoring milestones. He noted that making the right play for his team was paramount, evidenced by a moment against the Toronto Raptors where he assisted teammate Rui Hachimura for a game-winning shot.

Looking Ahead

As the Lakers navigate this injury situation, the team is evaluating the best strategies for James’ return. Despite the recent setbacks, LeBron remains committed to his role and is enjoying the journey of his illustrious career, whether he’s on the court or sidelined by injuries.