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BIRMINGHAM, AL - DECEMBER 11: NBA Hall of Famer Charles Barkley speaks during a get out the vote campaign rally for democratic Senatorial candidate Doug Jones on December 11, 2017 in Birmingham, Alabama. Jones is facing off against Republican Roy Moore in tomorrow's special election for the U.S. Senate. (Photo by Justin Sullivan/Getty Images)

Los Angeles Lakers: Charles Barkley discusses LeBron James decision

Kenneth Teape

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Aug 2, 2018

Los Angeles Lakers: 3 Reasons Josh Hart can win Most Improved Award

Nick Ziegler

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Aug 1, 2018

Los Angeles Lakers: Is Kobe Bryant right in Jayson Tatum assessment

Cameron Salce

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Aug 1, 2018

Los Angeles Lakers: 4 Reasons why JaVale McGee was a good signing

Robert Marvi

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Aug 1, 2018

LAS VEGAS, NV - JULY 15: LeBron James of the Los Angeles Lakers attends the 2018 Las Vegas Summer League on July 15, 2018 at the Thomas & Mack Center in Las Vegas, Nevada. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and/or using this photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2018 NBAE (Photo by Garrett Ellwood/NBAE via Getty Images)

LeBron James: Why the 2019 MVP award is his to lose

JR DePierro

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Aug 1, 2018

LOS ANGELES, CA - APRIL 13: NBA Legend, Shaquille O'Neal hugs Kobe Bryant #24 of the Los Angeles Lakers after the game against the Utah Jazz on April 13, 2016 at Staples Center in Los Angeles, California. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and/or using this Photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2016 NBAE (Photo by Andrew D. Bernstein/NBAE via Getty Images)

Los Angeles Lakers: Shaquille O’Neal kids around that Kobe Bryant will return to team

James Francuz

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Jul 31, 2018

LAS VEGAS, NV - JULY 15: Randy Mims (L) and LeBron James of the Los Angeles Lakers attend a quarterfinal game of the 2018 NBA Summer League between the Lakers and the Detroit Pistons at the Thomas & Mack Center on July 15, 2018 in Las Vegas, Nevada. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Ethan Miller/Getty Images)

Los Angeles Lakers still in need of a combo big man

Kenneth Teape

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Jul 31, 2018

CLEVELAND, OH - JANUARY 30: LeBron James #23 of the Cleveland Cavaliers and Kawhi Leonard #2 of the San Antonio Spurs wait for a rebound during the second half at Quicken Loans Arena on January 30, 2016 in Cleveland, Ohio. The Cavaliers defeated the Spurs 117-103. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and/or using this photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory copyright notice. (Photo by Jason Miller/Getty Images)

Los Angeles Lakers: LeBron James did not want young core traded

Nick Ziegler

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Jul 31, 2018

(Jesse D. Garrabrant/NBAE via Getty Images)

Los Angeles Lakers: 5 reasons why they will surprise the league

Cameron Salce

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Jul 30, 2018

BOSTON - NOVEMBER 14: (4th quarter) With the score tied at 121-121, Cleveland Cavaliers forward LeBron James (#23) draws the foul from Boston Celtics guard Rajon Rondo (#9) on a driving layup attempt . James made one and missed one but the one point was good for the 122-121 win over the Celtics. The Boston Celtics take on the Cleveland Cavaliers at TD Garden. (Photo by Barry Chin/The Boston Globe via Getty Images)

Los Angeles Lakers: Will championship level chemistry be found

Shereen Rayan

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Jul 30, 2018

LAS VEAGS, NV - JULY 17: Josh Hart #5 and Magic Johnson President of Basketball Operations of the Los Angeles Lakers talk before the game against the Portland Trail Blazers during the 2018 Las Vegas Summer League on July 17, 2018 at the Thomas & Mack Center in Las Vegas, Nevada. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and/or using this Photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2018 NBAE (Photo by Garrett Ellwood/NBAE via Getty Images)

Los Angeles Lakers: 5 Reasons they can be title contenders right now

Robert Marvi

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Jul 29, 2018

INDIANAPOLIS, IN - MARCH 19: Kyle Kuzma #0 of the Los Angeles Lakers listens to head coach Luke Walton in the second half of a game against the Indiana Pacers at Bankers Life Fieldhouse on March 19, 2018 in Indianapolis, Indiana. The Pacers won 110-100. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using the photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Joe Robbins/Getty Images)

Los Angeles Lakers shoot up Bleacher Report power rankings

Kenneth Teape

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Jul 28, 2018

JIMMY KIMMEL LIVE! - "Jimmy Kimmel Live!" airs every weeknight at 11:35 p.m. EDT and features a diverse lineup of guests that include celebrities, athletes, musical acts, comedians and human interest subjects, along with comedy bits and a house band. The guests for Wednesday, July 18 included Magic Johnson, Lakeith Stanfield (Sorry To Bother You), musical guest Lil Baby. (Randy Holmes via Getty Images)MAGIC JOHNSON, JIMMY KIMMEL

Los Angeles Lakers: Magic Johnson has a tough balancing act

Ed Schrenzel

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Jul 27, 2018

(Photo by Robert Laberge/Getty Images)

Los Angeles Lakers: Grading the “Suicide Squad” deals that followed LeBron James

Donny McHenry

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Jul 27, 2018

LOS ANGELES, CA - MARCH 10: LeBron James #23 of the Cleveland Cavaliers and Kobe Bryant #24 of the Los Angeles Lakers match up during the first half at Staples Center on March 10, 2016 in Los Angeles, California. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this Photograph, user is consenting to the terms and condition of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Harry How/Getty Images)

Los Angeles Lakers: Even with The King, Kobe Bryant’s throne is safe

Leandre Ochoa

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Jul 26, 2018

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Los Angeles Lakers: Short term vs long term goals

JR DePierro

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Jul 26, 2018

LOS ANGELES, CA - JANUARY 31: Ivica Zubac #40 of the Los Angeles Lakers reacts after a foul call in the first half of the game against the Denver Nuggets at Staples Center on January 31, 2017 in Los Angeles, California. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Jayne Kamin-Oncea/Getty Images)

Los Angeles Lakers: Ivica Zubac deserves more recognition

Mason Kern

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Jul 26, 2018

LOS ANGELES, CA - FEBRUARY 16: Kyle Kuzma #0 of Team USA talks to the media during a press conference after the Mountain Dew Kickstart Rising Stars Game as part of All-Star Friday Night at 2018 NBA All-Star Weekend at the STAPLES Center on February 16, 2018 in Los Angeles, California. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and/or using this photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2018 NBAE (Photo by Steven Baffo/NBAE via Getty Images)

Los Angeles Lakers: Kyle Kuzma believes LeBron James is a perfect fit

Nick Ziegler

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Jul 25, 2018

DURHAM, NC - MAY 31: Former Duke basketball player Luol Deng sits down for SiriusXM's Town Hall With Hall Of Fame Coach Mike Krzyzewski at Bill Brill Media Room in Cameron Indoor Stadium on May 31, 2018 in Durham, North Carolina. (Photo by Lance King/Getty Images for SiriusXM)

Los Angeles Lakers: Luol Deng’s basketball career may be coming to an end

James Francuz

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Jul 25, 2018

NEW YORK, NY - MARCH 23: Michael Beasley #8 of the New York Knicks looks on during the game against the Minnesota Timberwolves on March 23, 2018 at Madison Square Garden in New York City, New York. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2018 NBAE (Photo by Nathaniel S. Butler/NBAE via Getty Images)

Los Angeles Lakers: Grading the Michael Beasley signing

Audel Del Toro

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Jul 24, 2018

NEW YORK, NY - APRIL 9: LeBron James #23 of the Cleveland Cavaliers dunks the ball against Michael Beasley #8 of the New York Knicks during the game at Madison Square Garden on April 9, 2018 in New York City. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Matteo Marchi/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** LeBron James; Michael Beasley

Los Angeles Lakers: Michael Beasley will provide quality bench depth

Nick Ziegler

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Jul 23, 2018

WASHINGTON, DC - NOVEMBER 9: Lonzo Ball #2 of the Los Angeles Lakers plays defense against the Washington Wizards on November 9, 2017 at Capital One Arena in Washington, DC. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this Photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2017 NBAE (Photo by Ned Dishman/NBAE via Getty Images)

Los Angeles Lakers: Defense could be the X-Factor for next season

Robert Marvi

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Jul 23, 2018

GLENDALE, AZ - APRIL 03: Johnathan Williams #3 of the Gonzaga Bulldogs reacts in the first half against the North Carolina Tar Heels during the 2017 NCAA Men's Final Four National Championship game at University of Phoenix Stadium on April 3, 2017 in Glendale, Arizona. (Photo by Ronald Martinez/Getty Images)

Los Angeles Lakers: Johnathan Williams signed for training camp

Mason Kern

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Jul 22, 2018

WICHITA, KS - DECEMBER 17: Guard Jeffrey Carroll #30 of the Oklahoma State Cowboys reacts after a dunk against the Wichita State Shockers during the first half on December 17, 2016 at INTRUST Bank Arena in Wichita, Kansas. (Photo by Peter G. Aiken/Getty Images)

Lakers Rumors: Jeffrey Carroll added to training camp roster

Mason Kern

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Jul 21, 2018

CHARLOTTE, NC - DECEMBER 18: Michael Beasley #8 of the New York Knicks reacts against the Charlotte Hornets during their game at Spectrum Center on December 18, 2017 in Charlotte, North Carolina. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Streeter Lecka/Getty Images)

Lakers Rumors: Michael Beasley signed to one-year deal

Mason Kern

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Jul 20, 2018

WICHITA, KS - MARCH 17: Malik Newman #14 of the Kansas Jayhawks reacts as Ismael Sanogo #14 of the Seton Hall Pirates looks on in the second half during the second round of the 2018 NCAA Men's Basketball Tournament at INTRUST Bank Arena on March 17, 2018 in Wichita, Kansas. (Photo by Jamie Squire/Getty Images)

Los Angeles Lakers: Kansas University product Malik Newman waived

Mason Kern

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Jul 20, 2018

LOS ANGELES, CA - FEBRUARY 26: Kawhi Leonard

Los Angeles Lakers make wise choice in not trading for Kawhi Leonard

James Francuz

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Jul 20, 2018

LOS ANGELES, CA - MAY 29: Lonzo Ball #1 of the Los Angeles Lakers greets his brother LiAngelo Ball #2 after he completed his NBA Pre-Draft Workout with the Los Angeles Lakers on May 29, 2018 in Los Angeles, California. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement (Photo by Jayne Kamin-Oncea/Getty Images)

Los Angeles Lakers still where LiAngelo Ball wants to be

Jessica Slate

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Jul 20, 2018

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