victim of a major sprained right ankle, the "King" is expected to be absent for between four and six weeks, according to the Stadium reporter. He adds that "AD" may still have about two weeks to go. Before facing the Philadelphia 76ers on Thursday, the Lakers sit fourth in the Western Conference with 28 wins and 16 losses. LeBron James, 36, is averaging 25.4 points, 7.9 rebounds and 7.9 assists since the start of the season.