LeBron James limps out of the Los Angeles Lakers' 111-101 defeat by the Boston Celtics with a groin injury, while Stephen Curry passes 25,000 career points.

The Los Angeles Lakers dropped a frustrating game on Saturday to the rival Boston Celtics, snapping an eight-game winning streak. But the worst part about this wasn't the loss but rather an injury to star forward LeBron James.

Luka Doncic has dismissed concerns over his lingering back issues, reassuring fans that he is fully capable of leading the Los Angeles Lakers in LeBron James’ absence. The Lakers’ playoff hopes were dealt a major blow when James sustained a groin injury during their 111-101 loss to the Boston Celtics.

Jayson Tatum had 40 points, 12 rebounds and eight assists to help the Boston Celtics extend their winning streak to four games by beating the visiting Los Angeles Lakers 111-101 on Saturday night.

Jayson Tatum scored 40 points as the Boston Celtics halted the Los Angeles Lakers' eight-game unbeaten streak with a statement 111-101 victory in their heavyweight NBA showdown at TD Garden