An unprecedented wave of injuries has marred the 2024–25 NBA season, with star players missing games at an alarming rate. Teams across the league are grappling with the challenge of maintaining competitive rosters amidst the growing injury list.
Several big stars suffered injuries this past week. A hamstring injury has sidelined Tyrese Maxey of the 76ers for weeks, while Zion Williamson, Ja Morant, Kevin Durant, and Chet Holmgren are also out for a while.
Numerous other elite players have also sustained injuries. Joel Embiid and Kawhi Leonard haven’t played yet, while stars like Jaylen Brown, Stephen Curry, Zach LaVine, and Anthony Davis have missed games. Even Fred VanVleet, Paolo Banchero, and others are out.
BREAKING: LeBron says he plans on playing all 82 games barring any injury pic.twitter.com/iS2ffZmKzz
— ²³𝙻𝚎𝙱𝚛𝚘𝚗𝚌𝚑𝚒𝚝𝚒𝚜🏀☄️🌎💞 (@BronGotGame) October 26, 2024
With so many injuries piling up, the NBA is facing a serious health crisis. Players are missing 24% more games compared to last year. We expect stars to miss over 1,000 games this year. Lakers’ LeBron James aims to play all 82 games, but with all the injuries, that goal is getting harder to reach.
LeBron James aims to play all 82 Games this NBA season
LeBron James, who turns 40 in December, has always been known for his consistency and durability. Despite the challenges of aging and the physical toll of the game, he’s determined to hit a big milestone this season.
After the Lakers’ win over the Suns, LeBron set a bold goal: to play all 82 games in the 2024-25 season. He confirmed he’ll play against Sacramento and plans to play every game unless an injury happens.
BREAKING: LeBron says he plans on playing all 82 games barring any injury pic.twitter.com/iS2ffZmKzz
— ²³𝙻𝚎𝙱𝚛𝚘𝚗𝚌𝚑𝚒𝚝𝚒𝚜🏀☄️🌎💞 (@BronGotGame) October 26, 2024
LeBron last played all 82 games in the 2017-18 NBA season with the Cleveland Cavaliers. With injuries piling up across the league, it’ll be interesting to see if he can stick to his goal.
