
Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James has been ruled out for Sunday's contest against the Portland Trail Blazers due to soreness in his left foot. It is the first game the veteran will miss this season.
James has been vocal about wanting to play all 82 games this year, but Sunday's absence means that won't be possible. He has so far appeared in all 23 games, averaging 23.0 points, 9.1 assists and 8.0 rebounds per night.