LeBron James returned from a 2-week injury absence Saturday night, looking rested and ready to lead Lakers down the stretch toward the postseason. And then almost nothing else went right for the Los Angeles during a 146-115 thrashing from the Chicago Bulls.

After LeBron James' return to the starting five, the Los Angeles Lakers faced challenges, prompting Magic Johnson to deliver a bold statement. There’s always plenty of commentary surrounding the Los Angeles Lakers after a game like their recent matchup against the Chicago Bulls.

The Los Angeles Lakers were fully healthy on Saturday night with Rui Hachimura and, more notably, LeBron James returning to action, but the Chicago Bulls spoiled the party with a 146-115 blowout that dropped the Lakers to the No.