Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James reacts after missing a basket during the first half of an NBA basketball game against the Minnesota Timberwolves, Monday, Dec. 2, 2024, in Minneapolis. (AP Photo/Abbie Parr)

Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James (23) walks downcourt during the second half of an NBA basketball game against the Minnesota Timberwolves, Monday, Dec. 2, 2024, in Minneapolis. (AP Photo/Abbie Parr)

Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James stands on the court during an NBA basketball game against the Minnesota Timberwolves, Monday, Dec. 2, 2024, in Minneapolis. (AP Photo/Abbie Parr)

Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James looks at the game from the bench during the first half of an NBA basketball game against the Trail Blazers, Sunday, Dec. 8, 2024, in Los Angeles. (AP Photo/Etienne Laurent)

Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James (23) laughs on the court in the second half of an NBA basketball game against the Atlanta Hawks, Friday, Dec. 6, 2024, in Atlanta. (AP Photo/Brynn Anderson)

Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James (23) kneels on the court in the second half of an NBA basketball game against the Atlanta Hawks, Friday, Dec. 6, 2024, in Atlanta. (AP Photo/Brynn Anderson)