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Lakers went from 17-win season to 17th NBA championship in history
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Lakers, despite loss to Suns, end NBA preseason with plenty of
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LeBron James passes Kareem Abdul-Jabbar for NBA scoring mark - ESPN
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NBA's all-time scoring list: Lakers superstar LeBron James closing
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Analysis: LeBron James solidifies legendary status by becoming the
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LeBron's greatness not enough for Lakers so far this season
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Unlikely hero Walker outshoots Curry as Lakers edge towards
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Why the Lakers 'expect another dogfight' vs. Warriors in Game 5
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