Final Injury Report for Pelicans-Lakers: Will Zion Williamson and LeBron James Play?

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Both the Los Angeles Lakers and the New Orleans Pelicans are facing uncertainty heading into their Sunday night matchup, as each team could be missing several key players due to injuries.

Lakers Injury Update

The Lakers have listed LeBron James as questionable because of his ongoing left calf contusion. His availability likely depends on pregame evaluations. Anthony Davis, who has been managing hip and groin soreness, is also listed as probable and expected to play.

Pelicans Injury Update

For New Orleans, Zion Williamson remains questionable with a left foot soreness issue that has limited his participation in recent practices. Additionally, guard CJ McCollum continues to recover from a chest injury and may miss the game.

What’s at Stake

With both teams closely matched in the Western Conference standings, the outcome could influence early playoff positioning. The availability of their superstars—James and Williamson—will heavily impact the game’s dynamics.

"We just want to make sure our guys are healthy before rushing them back," said a team insider familiar with both teams’ medical decisions.

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Author’s summary: Both the Lakers and Pelicans enter Sunday’s game uncertain about the status of LeBron James and Zion Williamson, which could drastically shift the matchup’s outlook.

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