The Los Angeles Lakers were dealt a blow as Patrick Beverley was suspended on the eve of LeBron James’ return from injury.
James has missed six of the last seven matches as the Lakers’ season continues to falter. The team have struggled without him, compiling a 5-11 record as they lost to the Phoenix Suns last time out despite a monster display from Anthony Davis, who scored 37 points and snagged 21 rebounds.
The Lakers are reportedly set to have James back in action in their next match against the San Antonio Spurs on Friday night, but they will be without guard Beverley. He was awarded a three-game suspension by the NBA after he shoved Suns star DeAndre Ayton in the back in Tuesday’s defeat.
