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LeBron James sits out for the third consecutive game as the Los Angeles Lakers face the Minnesota Timberwolves. The star forward deals with left foot arthritis and a right hip contusion. After his pregame shooting routine at Crypto.com Arena, James opts for more treatment on his foot, according to coach JJ Redick. This marks the longest absence for the 23-year veteran since missing the first 14 games of the season with sciatica. James is currently day-to-day. Rui Hachimura steps in as a starter for the Lakers, who also lose backup big men Maxi Kleber (lumbar back strain) and Jaxson Hayes (back soreness) to late scratches. The Lakers aim to bounce back when they host the Chicago Bulls on Thursday.
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