LeBron James and Two Lakers Teammates Return to Los Angeles for Injury Treatment

LeBron James, Rui Hachimura, and Jaxson Hayes will miss the remainder of the Lakers' road trip to focus on recovery ahead of a five-game homestand.

LeBron James flew back to Los Angeles to treat a left groin strain sustained during a game against the Boston Celtics, which ended the Lakers' eight-game winning streak.
James has missed two consecutive games and will not participate in the Lakers' upcoming matchup against the Denver Nuggets on Friday.
Lakers coach JJ Redick confirmed that Rui Hachimura (left patellar tendinopathy) and Jaxson Hayes (right knee bruise) also returned to Los Angeles for injury treatment.
All three players are being evaluated on a day-to-day basis and are expected to rejoin the team during a five-game homestand starting Sunday against the Phoenix Suns.
The Lakers, currently 4th in the Western Conference with a 40-23 record, have faced challenges maintaining momentum without their key players.