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LeBron James announces he is changing his uniform from No. 6 back to No. 23
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LeBron James to make huge LA Lakers change for 2023-24 NBA season leaving fans in shock
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LeBron James switching back from No. 6 to No. 23 'out of respect' for late Bill Russell
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LeBron James changing back to No. 23 'out of respect' for Bill Russell
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Lakers' LeBron James to change uniform from No. 6 to No. 23 in honor of Bill Russell - The Athletic
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LeBron James leaves number 6, returns to his iconic 23 out of respect for Bill Russell
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LeBron James Miami Heat 2013 NBA Championship Jersey Sotheby's Auction Result
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Is LeBron James retiring his No. 6 jersey in honor of Bill Russell? - AS USA
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LeBron James to switch to No. 23 to 'respect' Bill Russell
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How LeBron Can Finish His Fairy Tale Better Than MJ - The Ringer
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NBA 2023: LeBron James switching back to No. 23 out of respect for Bill Russell's No. 6, jersey number
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Los Angeles Lakers] It's official. 23 is back. : r/nba
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LeBron James will switch back to jersey number 23 'out of respect' for the late Bill Russell
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When did LeBron James change to 6 from 23? A Homage to Bill Russell or a Return to Miami Roots? - The SportsRush