LeBron James is getting closer to a return, but he’s not quite ready yet. The Lakers star is currently sidelined due to a left groin strain sustained during a game against the Celtics on March 8. The injury occurred in the fourth quarter before James exited the game with 6:44 remaining and did not return for the remainder of the contest.

Suns: Nick Richards (right ankle sprain) is probable. Monte Morris (low back injury management) is questionable. Grayson Allen (left foot strain) is out.

The Suns travel to Los Angeles on Sunday for a showdown with Luka Doncic and the Lakers, who are currently sitting fourth in the Western Conference. See how you can watch the game for free without cable.

The Phoenix Suns struggled all game and lost to the Luka Doncic-led Los Angeles Lakers, 107-96, on Sunday. The Suns’ loss snapped the Lakers’ four-game losing streak and split their four-game Pacific Division season series.