Overview
- The team ruled James out Wednesday with left foot joint arthritis and right sciatica, marking at least his 17th missed game of the season.
- This absence leaves him needing to play every remaining game to reach the NBA’s 65-game minimum for award eligibility.
- Coach JJ Redick said James’ left foot was sore after Tuesday’s game in New Orleans and expressed hope he can eventually handle both legs of back-to-backs.
- James said every remaining back-to-back is TBD, citing his age and total minutes.
- Spurs rookie Victor Wembanyama, previously listed as questionable with a knee bone bruise, was cleared to play.