LeBron James and the Los Angeles Lakers came well short of a series comeback against the Minnesota Timberwolves on Wednesday night, losing 103-96 in Game 5 in an early elimination from the playoffs. Despite high hopes for Luka Doncic's first postseason in a Lakers jersey,

Los Angeles Lakers superstar LeBron James confirmed on Monday that he got hurt in Game 5 against the Minnesota Timberwolves. James, 40, suffered a Grade 2 MCL sprain in his left knee.

The injury occurred in the fourth quarter when James collided with Timberwolves guard Donte DiVincenzo -- who was called for an offensive foul -- which sent him to the ground writhing in pain. The four-time champion was on the ground for a while, and immediately came out of the game where he could be seen limping to the sideline.