76ers’ LeBron James questionable for Saturday clash with Bucks

Bill Streicher-Imagn Images76ers’ LeBron James questionable for Saturday clash with Bucks appeared first on ClutchPoints. Add ClutchPoints as a Preferred Source by clicking here.LeBron James knows it is important to preserve his health as he goes through another NBA season at age 42. It is certainly the case as the Philadelphia 76ers prepare for their weekend clash with the Milwaukee Bucks.James is going through the 24th season of his legendary career, his first with the 76ers. As he gets older, James has taken games off during the season to avoid fatigue and keep himself in solid form as one of the best veteran stars in the league.That looks to be case as Philadelphia gears up for its third game in five days. James popped up on the team’s injury report on Friday, going through back management as he carries a questionable status.Watch sports LIVE with fuboTV (free trial)“LeBron James (back management) listed questionable for Saturday,” the post read.What lies ahead for LeBron James, 76ersThe 76ers are right to manage LeBron James’ health. It’s up to him to play in certain games, but the team is taking the correct approach with the veteran star.Two games in, James is averaging 15.5 points, 9.5 rebounds and six assists per game. James had a double-double in Philadelphia’s comeback win against the Cleveland Cavaliers during their home opener on Thursday.Cleveland had the upper hand over Philadelphia, boasting a 69-45 lead at halftime. However, the hosts fired back with 69 points in the second half to come back while containing the Cavaliers’ attack to just 37 points in the last 24 minutes of regulation.Five players scored in double-digits for Philadelphia in the win, including James. Tyrese Maxey led the squad with 32 points, six assists, three rebounds, and two steals. Joel Embiid came next with 24 points and seven rebounds, Jaylen Brown had 21 points and eight rebounds, while VJ Edgecombe provided 11 points and seven rebounds.The 76ers will look forward to their next matchup, remaining at home. They host the Milwaukee Bucks as tip-off commences on Oct. 24 at 7:30 p.m. ET.Related: 76ers’ Tyrese Maxey calls cap on Stephen A. Smith’s sourcesRelated: Why 76ers comeback win over Cavaliers has Brian Windhorst so impressed