LeBron James led the Los Angeles Lakers to a 114-106 victory over the Portland Trail Blazers (at home). James exploded for 38 points, three

Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James, center, shoots as Portland Trail Blazers forward Kris Murray, left, and center Donovan Clingan defend during the first half of an NBA basketball game, Thursday, Jan. 2, 2025, in Los Angeles. (AP Photo/Mark J. Terrill) AP AP

LeBron James will play for the Los Angeles Lakers against the Portland Trail Blazers despite being listed as 'questionable'. The Lakers aim to maintain playoff positioning, while Portland faces personnel challenges,

LeBron James scored 38 points, Max Christie had a career-high 28 and the Los Angeles Lakers overcame Anthony Davis’ absence for a 114-106 victory over the Portland Trail Blazers.

In just his second game as a 40-year-old, James had 38 points, three rebounds and eight assists on 15-of-25 from the field and 7-of-10 from deep. It marked the 562nd time that LeBron scored at least 30 points in a regular season game, which ties Michael Jordan for the most all-time.

After a bit of recent injury struggles, find out if LeBron James is playing against the Charlotte Hornets on January 9.