Perkins argued that Clippers guard Norman Powell, who’s putting up a career-high 24.2 points per game, should have been called up as a replacement instead of being left out altogether.

As of the latest NBA injury report, Clippers guard Norman Powell is questionable for Friday night's contest due to a left patellar injury. Powell has missed the last four games fo

The 14-year NBA veteran took to social media to call out James, claiming that LA Clippers star Norman Powell should have gotten the opportunity to replace him. Via Kendrick Perkins: "Could have said this earlier.

LeBron James is set to play for the Los Angeles Lakers against the LA Clippers tonight. Despite missing Maxi Kleber due to a foot injury and Rui Hachimura being day-to-day with a knee issue, the Lakers are banking on James' strong recent performance.

Star weekend in his regular attire, some fans were rightfully bothered by the fact that James waited until the last minute to announce he wasn’t playing in the All-Star Game. Considering the fact that he could have made this decision a little earlier and allowed for a Norman Powell or Domantas Sabonis to take his place in the game,

Star weekend. But this one was different, due to an ongoing injury. “You won’t see anything from me tonight, unfortunately. I will not be in uniform tonight, still dealing with ankle and foot discomfort.

Star announced his status for the festivities two hours prior ... saying he was hoping to be able to go, but a nagging foot and ankle injury forced him to sit out the contest for the first time in his career.

As LeBron James said he wasn’t playing in the All-Star Game, fury sparked from everywhere, including Shannon Sharpe. He’s supported the Lakers forward throughout his career. However, this was an incident that Sharpe couldn’t let go of.

The Lakers will take on the Clippers for the second leg of a back-to-back. The Lakers will play host to the Clippers this time after the two previous matchups against them were pl