Both LeBron James and Rui Hachimura have been upgraded to questionable, the first time they’ve been listed as anything other than “out” since sustaining their respective injuries.

Apr 2, 2024; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James (23) celebrates with forward Rui Hachimura (28) against the Toronto Raptors during the third quarter at Scotiabank Arena.

Hachimura is averaging 13.3 points (while shooting 50.6% from the field, 41% from 3-point range) and 5.2 rebounds in 50 games (all starts). The Lakers went 7-5 without Hachimura and 3-4 without James.

LeBron James showered Rui Hachimura with praise after the Los Angeles Lakers defeated the Houston Rockets on April 2.. James said the game ball went to Hachimura. “Game ball definitely goes to ...

James, meanwhile, had a quiet outing by his standards. The 40-year-old put up 19 points (9-16 FG), three rebounds, seven assists, and a steal. As for Hachimura, he recorded 11 points (4-10 FG ...

LeBron James, left, and Rui Hachimura prepare before the Lakers’ play-in game against the Minnesota Timberwolves in April. Hachimura spent a big part of the summer training alongside James.

This is primarily due to Hachimura’s expiring $18.3 million salary that can be used to facilitate a deal. Los Angeles Lakers forward Rui Hachimura (28) drives against Minnesota Timberwolves ...

LeBron James continues to rehab from the groin strain he suffered on Saturday versus the Boston Celtics, and forward Rui Hachimura and Jaxson Hayes are still out due to patellar tendinopathy and a ...

Apr 2, 2024; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James (23) celebrates with forward Rui Hachimura (28) against the Toronto Raptors during the third quarter at Scotiabank Arena.

He hasn’t played since the Feb. 27 home win against the Minnesota Timberwolves. Hachimura averaged 13.3 points (50.6% from the field, 41% from 3-point range) and 5.2 rebounds in 50 games (all ...