LeBron James was in a skit during the 2007 show with Bill Hader and Jason Sudeikis, who played a cocky production assistant on a commercial shoot.

James' absence marks the end to a league record of 20 consecutive starts in the league’s annual midseason classic.

The Los Angeles Lakers forward still is suffering from ankle and foot soreness. He said before the All-Star Game he hoped to play again Wednesday.

LeBron James said he has withdrawn from Sunday's NBA All-Star Game in San Francisco, citing a nagging ankle and foot injury. The Los Angeles Lakers star revealed his decision not to play in remarks to reporters ahead of Sunday night's games at the Chase ...