Lakers’ LeBron James feels better, but foot soreness isn’t behind him

LOS ANGELES — LeBron James said he was feeling “pretty good” after returning to the Lakers for their home win over the Memphis Grizzlies following a week-long absence.

And the benefits of his time off were evident, too.

But the Lakers star also acknowledged that the left foot soreness that kept him sidelined for two games isn’t fully behind him.

James returned on Sunday after missing the Dec. 8 home win over the Portland Trail Blazers and Friday’s road loss to the Minnesota Timberwolves because of the left foot ailment ...