Lakers star LeBron James (elbow) sitting out vs. Pacers

Los Angeles Lakers star LeBron James will miss Friday night's contest against the visiting Indiana Pacers due to a left elbow contusion.

James was injured during the fourth quarter of Thursday's 120-113 road loss against the Denver Nuggets when he fell hard to the court after driving toward the hoop.

James briefly returned to the game before departing again in the final minute.

After the game, James said, "Pretty sore right now ... day-to-day, we'll see what happens."

James...