Los Angeles Lakers superstar LeBron James was forced to exit Wednesday's game against the Sacramento Kings due to a lower-body injury. With just 3:56 remaining in the fourth quarter, James walked gingerly to the locker room, sparking concern among fans and teammates.

The details surrounding James' exit were initially undisclosed, but cameras captured him walking cautiously, indicating that he may have been in pain. Despite his departure, James had an impressive performance on the court, scoring 31 points, grabbing five rebounds, and dishing out 13 assists before leaving the game prematurely.

Unfortunately for the Lakers, James' absence made a significant impact as they ultimately fell short against the Kings, losing by a score of 130-120. The Lakers had held a 19-point lead early in the contest, but were unable to maintain their advantage without their star player.

In the postgame press conference, Lakers head coach Darvin Ham stated that James would undergo evaluation, and an update on his condition would be provided once more information becomes available. Coach Ham did not disclose the specific nature of James' injury, leaving fans and analysts curious about the severity and potential impact on the remainder of the Lakers' season.

Shortly after Coach Ham's press conference, James himself spoke to the media and revealed that it was his ankle that had flared up, according to Michael Corvo of ClutchPoints. Despite appearing unfazed by the setback, the seriousness of the injury is still unknown and will require further assessment.

The Lakers will undoubtedly be closely monitoring James' condition in the coming days, as his presence and leadership have been crucial to their success this season. Additionally, with the playoffs fast approaching, the team will need to ensure that James is fully healthy and ready for the challenges ahead.

For now, Lakers fans can only hope for a speedy recovery for their star player and anticipate further updates on his status in the days to come.