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For Four Key Teams, the Off-Season Begins Early - The New York Times
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NBA Power Rankings: LeBron James and the Lakers next steps - Sports Illustrated
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Draymond Green on If Lakers Paired LeBron James, Kyrie Irving: 'They Won't Beat Us' : r/nba
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NBA Power Rankings: It turns out LeBron James and Anthony Davis are all the Lakers need
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LeBron James aims to play in more preseason games
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LeBron James says Lakers have their hands full with Rockets' speed
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NBA round-up: LeBron James inspires LA Lakers to playoffs, Trae Young leads Atlanta Hawks, NBA News
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Lakers-Nuggets preview: The four questions that will define the Western Conference finals
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LeBron James 'adamant' Lakers need Kyrie Irving trade
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Analysis: LeBron feels great, on pace to pass Kareem - The San Diego Union-Tribune
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NBA predictions: 11 questions that will determine 2021-2022 season
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Lakers vs Nuggets Prediction: Can LeBron Carry LA to a Win?
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New coach, new attitude, but will that fix Lakers defense, Westbrook fit? - NBC Sports