The Los Angeles Lakers will face the San Antonio Spurs on their standard court for the NBA Cup quarterfinals, prioritising player safety after concerns about a slick surface.

The same court that awaited the San Antonio Spurs at Crypto.com Arena in early November awaits them Wednesday night. That wasn't part of the plan.

The Los Angeles Lakers don't want physical mishaps as they host the San Antonio Spurs in the quarterfinals of the NBA Cup.

With an open trip down the lane, James gathered speed like the freight train of old. He didn't appear bothered one bit by the presence of the gigantic Luke Kornet awaiting at the rim for the San Antonio Spurs. James, who turns 41 in three weeks, rose up and thundered down a poster dunk, no questions asked.