Overview
- James, 41, told reporters he is “not at all” bothered by not being named a starter.
- He said he would definitely play in the All-Star Game if selected as a reserve.
- He missed the first 14 games with sciatica, and ESPN reported he was never close in the voting.
- Lakers head coach J.J. Redick said he believes James will be named to the game as a reserve.
- The All-Star Game is set for Feb. 15 at the Intuit Dome in Los Angeles, with starters including Luka Dončić, Stephen Curry, Giannis Antetokounmpo, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, Nikola Jokić, and Victor Wembanyama.