Are LeBron James, Luka Doncic Playing Tonight? Lakers vs Pelicans Injury Report & Where to Watch (Nov. 30)

Lakers vs Pelicans Injury Update

The Los Angeles Lakers face the New Orleans Pelicans tonight with several key players ruled out due to injuries. LeBron James will not participate, as he is managing a left foot injury and is not expected to be in the lineup for the game. For the Pelicans, Zion Williamson has been ruled out due to a left hamstring problem, and Trey Murphy III is also sidelined because of soreness in his right elbow. Jordan Hawkins is out with illness, and Herb Jones is unavailable due to a right calf strain. Marcus Smart is out for the Lakers with a back injury. Additionally, Karlo Matkovic, Jordan Poole, and Dejounte Murray are also out for New Orleans because of various injuries.

Full Injury Lists

Los Angeles Lakers

LeBron James (foot) — OUT
Marcus Smart (back) — OUT

New Orleans Pelicans

Zion Williamson (hamstring) — OUT
Trey Murphy III (elbow) — OUT
Jordan Hawkins (illness) — OUT
Herb Jones (calf) — OUT
Karlo Matkovic (calf) — OUT
Jordan Poole (quad strain) — OUT
Dejounte Murray (Achilles) — OUT

"With James absent, Jake LaRavia might take on a bigger role, while the Lakers are expected to depend on Doncic and Reaves for offensive production. Additionally, Marcus Smart has been ruled out for the game due to back spasms..."

Where to Watch

Details about where to watch the Lakers vs. Pelicans game should be available on official sports broadcasting platforms or the NBA's official site.

Author Summary

The Lakers and Pelicans both enter tonight’s game significantly short-handed due to injuries, with stars like LeBron James and Zion Williamson officially ruled out.

Yardbarker — 2025-12-01