Left ankle soreness will sideline the Lakers star, with Luka Doncic also not expected to play against the Pacers this afternoon at Crypto.com Arena

The Los Angeles Lakers will look to extend their four-game winning streak on Saturday when they host the Indiana Pacers. Luka Doncic will not make his debut with the Purple and Gold in this game, and Mark Williams, the 23-year-old ascendent center the team traded for on Wednesday, likely won't make his debut.

Those rumors have been put to bed following the blockbuster trade to welcome Luka Doncic to the city of angels. A new rumor has taken its place, which is that James may demand a trade as the Lakers are seemingly gearing up to make Doncic the next face of the franchise.