LeBron James (Los Angeles Lakers)
May 2, 2025
An MRI confirmed LeBron James suffered a Grade 2 MCL sprain in his left knee during Game 5 of the Lakers’ first-round playoff series against the Minnesota Timberwolves, ending his historic streak of playoff appearances without missing a game.
The injury happened in the fourth quarter after a collision with Donte DiVincenzo on a moving screen. Though James finished the game, doctors estimate a 3–5 week recovery period. He would have missed Game 6 if the series had continued.