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Lakers' LeBron Shines Amid Pacers' Haliburton Injury Woes

1/27/2026

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The Los Angeles Lakers hold a 27-17 record, placing them fifth in the Western Conference.
LeBron James is averaging 22.3 points, 6.0 rebounds, and 6.9 assists this season as he pursues his fifth NBA championship.
James is also hosting the second season of his podcast, Mind the Game, with a surprise guest episode set to release on January 27.
Tyrese Haliburton of the Indiana Pacers is out for the season due to an Achilles injury, contributing to the team's 11-35 record and potential draft lottery position.

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Story summary

The Los Angeles Lakers hold a 27-17 record, placing them fifth in the Western Conference.
LeBron James is averaging 22.3 points, 6.0 rebounds, and 6.9 assists this season as he pursues his fifth NBA championship.
James is also hosting the second season of his podcast, Mind the Game, with a surprise guest episode set to release on January 27.
Tyrese Haliburton of the Indiana Pacers is out for the season due to an Achilles injury, contributing to the team's 11-35 record and potential draft lottery position.