The Los Angeles Lakers earned a 111-103 win over the New Orleans Pelicans on Tuesday.
The Lakers quickly return to action Wednesday night against the San Antonio Spurs. Forward LeBron James joked with reporters after the game that his status for the game, and back-to-backs moving forward, is up in the air.
"Every back-to-back for the rest of the season, it's TBD," James said. "At 41, I've got the most minutes in NBA history. Bank it right now."
James finished with 30 points, eight rebounds and eight assists against the Pelicans. He shot 10/19 from the field and 3/5 from three.
He missed the start of the season with a sciatica injury and has appeared in just 18 games so far. He's averaging 21.7 points, 5.4 rebounds and 6.8 assists this season.
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James, who recently turned 41, may want to conserve his energy for later in the season.
"You guys know that. What do you have to ask for? I'm 41," he said.
The Lakers (23-11) have two sets of back-to-backs next week. They face the Kings and Hawks next Monday and Tuesday, then later face the Blazers and Raptors next Saturday and Sunday.
James and the Lakers have been playing better basketball lately. They've won four of their past five games, including back-to-back wins against the Memphis Grizzlies last weekend. He posted 31 points and six assists versus the Grizzlies last Friday.
James' health and availability will always be a talking point surrounding the Lakers, as he's the oldest active player in the NBA.
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