Is LeBron James playing tonight vs. Thunder? Final status for Lakers star

Beating the defending-champion Oklahoma City Thunder isn’t an easy task, and it will be especially difficult for the Los Angeles Lakers on Monday night since they won’t have the services of star guard Luka Doncic.

Doncic has been ruled out of the game due to a hamstring strain. It will be the second consecutive game missed by Doncic with the injury, which the Lakers hope won’t keep him sidelined for too long.

LeBron James will play vs. Thunder on Monday night

But, while Doncic will be out against Oklahoma City, star forward LeBron James will be available for the game. 

James isn't listed on the official injury report for the contest, indicating that he'll be good play in his 35th game of the season for L.A. 

This story will be updated. 

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