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LeBron's absence follows his first missed game of the season, which came after a string of games that were reportedly challenging for him. The Lakers faced the Portland Trail Blazers in that game, showcasing their strength without their star player and pulling off a decisive 107-98 victory. During that matchup, Anthony Davis led the charge with an impressive 31 points and 11 rebounds, coupled with significant contributions from Rui Hachimura and D’Angelo Russell.