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LeBron James returned but the Lakers lost to the Jazz, with Markkanen leading the game.

LeBron James returned to the court for the Los Angeles Lakers in their matchup against the Utah Jazz on February 12, 2025. Despite being listed as probable due to an ankle injury, LeBron played but could not lead his team to victory, as the Lakers lost 131-119. Lauri Markkanen of the Jazz stole the spotlight with an impressive performance, scoring 32 points and grabbing 5 rebounds.

The Lakers faced a tough challenge with a lengthy injury report, including key players like Gabe Vincent and Dorian Finney-Smith ruled out, while Austin Reaves was also listed as probable. The loss snapped the Lakers` winning streak, leaving them with a 32-20 record, still maintaining a strong position in the Western Conference.

Currently, the Oklahoma City Thunder lead the West with a remarkable 44-9 record, followed closely by the Memphis Grizzlies and Denver Nuggets. In the Eastern Conference, the Cleveland Cavaliers are at the top with a 44-10 record, followed by the Boston Celtics and New York Knicks. LeBron continues to be a vital asset for the Lakers, averaging 24.4 points per game and ranking 14th in the league in scoring.

For more details on LeBron`s injury status and game performance, check out this injury report and the game recap here.

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