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• Lakers vs. Rockets, Game 5: Three Things to Know (9/12/20)
  From the Web › Lakers.com
  We dive into the matchup as the Lakers play the Rockets in Game 5 of the Western Conference Semis.
  Share • September 12, 2020 at 2:50 PM
• Anthony Davis, Lakers survive late Rockets run to take 3-1 series lead
  From the Web › Yahoo! Sports
  Rockets star James Harden failed to deliver an MVP-level effort in another pivotal playoff loss, as the Lakers joined the Clippers one win from meeting in the Western...
  Share • September 11, 2020 at 10:50 PM
• Los Angeles Lakers dominate Houston Rockets to take 3-1 series lead
  From the Web › Yahoo! Sports
  Anthony Davis led the Lakers with 29 points, while Houston's James Harden did not attempt a shot in the final quarter.
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• The Clippers went full Clippers in Game 5 collapse
  From the Web › Yahoo! Sports
  It seemed like they'd finally gotten their act together, looking across the way at the inevitable matchup with the Los Angeles Lakers and decided they weren't going to...
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• On eve of elimination game vs. Lakers, Houston guard Danuel House ejected from the NBA bubble
  From the Web › The Orange County Register
  NBA investigation concludes that House invited unauthorized guest into his room.
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• Lakers rookie Talen Horton-Tucker quietly growing into an NBA player in the bubble
  From the Web › Los Angeles Times
  From his first fishing experience to his first NBA points and playoff appearance, Lakers rookie Talen Horton-Tucker bonds in the NBA bubble with his teammates.
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• Lakers' Alex Caruso is sure of himself and his playoff role
  From the Web › The Orange County Register
  The 26-year-old says he's comfortable, confident and knows how to win
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• Lakers' elite defense as powerful as a superstar - Vogel
  From the Web › Yahoo! Sports
  The Rockets struggled offensively in Game 4 against the Lakers, leading to Frank Vogel praising his team's "elite" defense.
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• Lakers' defense as powerful as a superstar, in Frank Vogel's mind
  From the Web › Sporting News
  The Rockets struggled on offense in Game 4 against the Lakers, leading to LA coach Frank Vogel praising his team's "elite" defense.
  Share • September 11, 2020 at 3:50 PM
• Marcellus Wiley: LeBron's Lakers have not found their 'Big 3' in Rajon Rondo | SPEAK FOR YOURSELF
  From the Web › FOX Sports
  Ric Bucher joins Marcellus Wiley and Emmanuel Acho to discuss if LeBron James and the Los Angeles Lakers have found a big 3 with Rajon Rondo. Hear why Wiley believes...
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• Chris Broussard: This game 4 loss to the Lakers will be a big stain on Harden's legacy | THE HERD
  From the Web › FOX Sports
  Chris Broussard joins Colin Cowherd to discuss which Los Angeles NBA team is of higher caliber, James Harden's sad performance in the Houston Rockets game 4 loss last...
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• Drew Gooden on LeBron: 'When he believes in you, you'll play out of your mind'
  From the Web › Yahoo! Sports
  After passing former Lakers guard Derek Fisher for first place in postseason wins Drew Gooden had no choice but to speak on LeBron James' greatness.
  Share • September 11, 2020 at 12:50 PM
• Colin Cowherd: Rockets' small-ball experiment has failed
  From the Web › FOX Sports
  Colin Cowherd reacts to the Houston Rockets loss 100-110 Game 4 loss to the Los Angeles Lakers. Colin explains why he thinks the Rockets small-ball experiment is a...
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• Chris Broussard on Rockets Gm 4 loss: Harden conceded that he's the guy that doesn't deliver | FIRST THINGS FIRST
  From the Web › FOX Sports
  Chris Broussard joins the show to discuss on the Houston Rockets game 4 loss to the Los Angeles Lakers. Broussard felt James Harden's performance was sad and that he...
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• The legend of Alex Caruso grows in Lakers win, with praise from LeBron James
  From the Web › For The Win
  Game 4 went to the Lakers thanks in part to Caruso.
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• Anthony Davis interview interrupted by barking dog: 'All I heard was ruff, ruff' (video)
  From the Web › ProBasketballTalk
  The Lakers went small in their Game 4 win over the Rockets.
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• Lakers Dominate Rockets, Take Commanding 3-1 Series Lead
  From the Web › CBS Los Angeles
  The Lakers outrebounded the Rockets 52-26.
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• Lakers game plan for Rockets working to perfection
  From the Web › USA Today
  What I'm Hearing: USA TODAY Sports' Jeff Zillgitt discusses the ways the Los Angeles Lakers have outplayed the Houston Rockets in their Western Conference semifinal...
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• Lakers aren't afraid of change: Takeaways from Game 4 win over Rockets
  From the Web › Los Angeles Times
  Anthony Davis' ability to quietly dominate coupled with the team's willingness to experiment with player combinations served them well in Game 4 win.
  Share • September 11, 2020 at 6:50 AM
• Nightly Notable: Anthony Davis - Sep. 10
  From the Web › Yahoo! Sports
  Anthony Davis had 29 points and 12 rebounds, and the Los Angeles Lakers topped the Rockets 110-100 on Thursday night.
  Share • September 11, 2020 at 5:50 AM
• Alex Caruso's clutch three-pointer gives Lakers breathing room in Game 4 vs. Rockets
  From the Web › Los Angeles Times
  The Lakers were slipping into extremely dangerous territory against the Houston Rockets in Game 4 before Alex Caruso made a big three-pointer.
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• Anthony Davis, LeBron James push Lakers to 3-1 series lead over Rockets
  From the Web › Sporting News
  Anthony Davis had a double-double and LeBron James finished just shy of a triple-double to help Los Angeles win on Thursday.
  Share • September 10, 2020 at 11:50 PM
• Vogel: Lakers' D 'as powerful as a superstar'
  From the Web › ESPN
  Lakers coach Frank Vogel emphasized the role L.A.'s defense played in limiting James Harden and delivering a win in Game 4 on Thursday night, referring to the D as the...
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• The Lakers are beating the Rockets at their own game
  From the Web › ESPN
  The Lakers have adjusted to Houston by downsizing their lineup. And the results have Los Angeles one game away from the Western Conference finals.
  Share • September 10, 2020 at 11:50 PM
• Davis and LeBron lead Lakers to 3-1 lead over Rockets
  From the Web › Yahoo! Sports
  Anthony Davis had a double-double and LeBron James finished just shy of a triple-double to help the Los Angeles Lakers win on Thursday.
  Share • September 10, 2020 at 11:50 PM
• Lakers bully Rockets with their own version of small-ball in Game 4 win
  From the Web › USA Today
  Los Angeles went small against small-ball darling Houston. The problem is the Lakers' small-ball lineup is bigger and better than the Rockets'...
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• Lakers rookie Talen Horton-Tucker makes surprise playoff debut
  From the Web › The Orange County Register
  The 19-year-old scores 5 points and adds two steals in seven minutes.
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• Like Rockets, Texans' 'alternative' offense exposed against superior competition
  From the Web › Yahoo! Sports
  The Houston Texans debuted an alternative offense against the Kansas City Chiefs. Like the Houston Rockets versus the LA Lakers, it had its problems.
  Share • September 10, 2020 at 9:50 PM
• Lakers bully Rockets with size advantage in Game 4 to take commanding 3-1 series lead
  From the Web › USA Today
  The Lakers' size advantage overwhelmed the Rockets for much of Game 4, and Los Angeles moved one win from the Western Conference finals.      ...
  Share • September 10, 2020 at 9:50 PM
• Plaschke: Get ready for glittering Lakers vs. growling Clippers in the Battle of L.A.
  From the Web › Los Angeles Times
  With the Lakers and Clippers each a win away from squaring off in the NBA playoffs, it's time to embrace the impending showdown between the peaking rivals.
  Share • September 10, 2020 at 9:50 PM
• D'Antoni cites 'lack of spirit' with Rockets on brink
  From the Web › ESPN
  The Rockets were flat through three and a half quarters Thursday night and couldn't recover, losing to the Lakers and falling behind 3-1 in the Western Conference...
  Share • September 10, 2020 at 8:50 PM
• No Rebounds, No Rings
  From the Web › Yahoo! Sports
  The Lakers dominated the Rockets in Thursday's Game 4 win, putting them up 3-1 in their second-round series with Houston.
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• Too much to handle
  From the Web › USA Today
  The Lakers' size advantage overwhelmed the Rockets for much of Game 4, and Los Angeles moved one win from the Western Conference finals.      ...
  Share • September 10, 2020 at 8:50 PM
• Second Unit Steals Game 4 From Houston
  From the Web › Lakers.com
  It was a fierce Game 4 for the Lakers today, starting with a little change up to the starters. For a majority of the 48 minutes, the team looked fully rested and ready...
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• Lakers dominate listless Rockets for 40+ minutes, hang on to take 3-1 series lead
  From the Web › ProBasketballTalk
  Russell Westbrook took more threes than James Harden — that's never a good sign.
  Share • September 10, 2020 at 8:50 PM
• Lakers send the Rockets reeling, take 3-1 lead in series
  From the Web › The Orange County Register
  The Lakers show they are the better team as they hold the Rockets' James Harden in check for most of the game and win despite just 16 points from LeBron James.
  Share • September 10, 2020 at 7:50 PM
• Lakers win game four, put Rockets on the brink of elimination
  From the Web › Yahoo! Sports
  Anthony Davis had 29 points and 12 rebounds as the Los Angeles Lakers dominated the Houston Rockets 110-100 to take a commanding 3-1 lead in their NBA Western Conference...
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• Lakers bully Rockets in Game 4 to take commanding 3-1 series lead
  From the Web › USA Today
  The Lakers' size advantage overwhelmed the Rockets for much of Game 4, and Los Angeles moved one win from the Western Conference finals.      ...
  Share • September 10, 2020 at 7:50 PM
• Lakers hold off late surge by Rockets to win and take commanding series lead
  From the Web › Los Angeles Times
  Holding onto a 23-point lead going into the fourth quarter, the Lakers struggle down the stretch before taking a 110-100 win and a 3-1 series lead.
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• Running Diary: Lakers 110 | Rockets 100
  From the Web › Lakers.com
  Below is a running diary of the Lakers against the Houston Rockets Game 4, taking you through game day from start to finish.
  Share • September 10, 2020 at 7:50 PM
• Photos: Lakers hold off Rockets in Game 4 of Western Conference semifinals
  From the Web › The Orange County Register
  Take a look at the photos from the Lakers' NBA playoff game against the Houston Rockets on Thursday, Sept. 10. The Lakers entered the game with a 2-1 lead in the...
  Share • September 10, 2020 at 6:50 PM
• Follow live: Lakers look to take commanding lead over Rockets
  From the Web › ESPN
  With a victory in Game 4, the Lakers will push the Rockets to the brink of elimination.
  Share • September 10, 2020 at 4:50 PM
• Rockets' Danuel House under NBA investigation for allowing female testing official in room
  From the Web › Yahoo! Sports
  Houston Rockets reserve Danuel House Jr. is currently under investigation by the NBA due to allegations that he allowed a female COVID-19 testing official into his hotel...
  Share • September 10, 2020 at 4:50 PM
• Lakers vs. Rockets live updates: Game 4 from the NBA bubble
  From the Web › The Orange County Register
  Follow along for updates from our NBA reporters inside and outside the bubble.
  Share • September 10, 2020 at 2:50 PM
• Lakers vs Rockets Game 4 best bets
  From the Web › Yahoo! Sports
  Yahoo Sports' Zach Schwartz makes his bets for the Lakers vs Rockets game.
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• P.J. Tucker with a 2-pointer vs the Los Angeles Lakers
  From the Web › Yahoo! Sports
  P.J. Tucker (Houston Rockets) with a 2-pointer vs the Los Angeles Lakers, 09/08/2020
  Share • September 10, 2020 at 1:50 PM
• Danuel House Jr. status: What we know about his potential NBA bubble violation
  From the Web › For The Win
  The key bench player could miss the rest of the series vs. the Lakers.
  Share • September 10, 2020 at 11:50 AM
• Shannon Sharpe: Lakers are getting fatigued from consistent late games in bubble | UNDISPUTED
  From the Web › FOX Sports
  While the Los Angeles Lakers have admitted that not having to travel while in the bubble has been beneficial, they have been complaining about their late-start times...
  Share • September 10, 2020 at 10:50 AM
• Lakers, Rockets Game 4: Highlights and Social Media updates, 4 p.m.
  From the Web › The Orange County Register
  Social media reaction, video highlights of Game 4 of the Western Conference semifinal playoff series between the Lakers and Rockets
  Share • September 10, 2020 at 9:50 AM
• Skip Bayless breaks down why LeBron & the Lakers should be seriously concerned about the Clippers | UNDISPUTED
  From the Web › FOX Sports
  The Los Angeles Clippers have taken a commanding 3-1 series lead over the Denver Nuggets thanks in part to Kawhi Leonard's game-high 30 points. It's the 6th time Kawhi...
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• Chris Broussard reacts to Clippers Gm 4 win vs Nuggets for a 3-1 series lead | FIRST THINGS FIRST
  From the Web › FOX Sports
  Chris Broussard joins the show to discuss the Los Angeles Clippers game 4 win over the Denver Nuggets to take 3-1 series lead in the semifinals of the NBA playoffs...
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• Lakers vs. Rockets, Game 4: Three Things to Know (9/10/20)
  From the Web › Lakers.com
  The Lakers are set to face Houston in Game 4 of their Round 2 series.
  Share • September 10, 2020 at 9:50 AM
• Morning Wrap: Lakers with chance to take commanding lead; Rams' Jalen Ramsey signs historic contract
  From the Web › The Orange County Register
  In today's Moring Wrap, the rest in the Orlando Bubble has been good for the Lakers, and the Rams' Jalen Ramsey signs a historic contract. Our reporters break down Rams...
  Share • September 10, 2020 at 7:50 AM
• Lowe: How the Lakers are messing with the NBA's best one-on-one superstar
  From the Web › ESPN
  Can James Harden and the Rockets break free in Game 4? Here's what the Lakers have done to take back control of the series.
  Share • September 10, 2020 at 5:50 AM
• Plaschke: LeBron James and Anthony Davis need help to win Lakers title — and they just found it
  From the Web › Yahoo! Sports
  Rajon Rondo showed up big in Game 3 to help the Lakers in their 112-102 win over the Houston Rockets on Tuesday.
  Share • September 9, 2020 at 11:50 PM
• Why LeBron James loves playing with Rajon Rondo, and five other takeaways from Game 3
  From the Web › Yahoo! Sports
  LeBron James has said he loves playing with Rajon Rondo due to how the guard sees the game. Lakers' Game 3 win over Houston showed why that matters.
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• LeBron James sets playoff wins record with Lakers' Game 3 victory over Rockets
  From the Web › Yahoo! Sports
  When LeBron James won his first playoff game, Rajon Rondo wasn't even in the NBA yet.
  Share • September 9, 2020 at 9:50 PM
• No travel during playoffs gives Lakers, and other NBA teams, more time for recovery
  From the Web › The Orange County Register
  For body-obsessed players like LeBron James, there are certain logistical advantages to having all of the games played in the NBA bubble.
  Share • September 9, 2020 at 8:50 PM
• Lakers reserves know their role against the Rockets
  From the Web › Los Angeles Times
  Veterans like JaVale McGee and Dwight Howard know they must be adaptable in order for Lakers to win a championship.
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• Lakers: Late games limit advantages of no travel
  From the Web › ESPN
  The Lakers say the late games have limited the advantage of not having to fly to road arenas as the NBA conducts its postseason for the first time in a centralized...
  Share • September 9, 2020 at 4:50 PM
• Ric Bucher: Rajon Rondo has been the key to the Lakers' early success against Rockets | SPEAK FOR YOURSELF
  From the Web › FOX Sports
  Ric Bucher joins Marcellus Wiley and Emmanuel Acho to discuss if the Houston Rockets will be able to come back against LeBron James and the Los Angeles Lakers. Hear why...
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• An appreciation for Playoff Rondo
  From the Web › The Orange County Register
  Editor's note: This is the Wednesday, Sept. 9 edition of the Purple & Bold Lakers newsletter from reporter Kyle Goon, who is among the few reporters with a...
  Share • September 9, 2020 at 2:50 PM
• Ric Bucher: Giannis will stay in Milwaukee if he wants to build a legacy | SPEAK FOR YOURSELF
  From the Web › FOX Sports
  The Milwaukee Bucks are officially out of the playoffs after being favored to face the Los Angeles Lakers in the NBA Finals. Marcellus Wiles and Emmanuel Acho question...
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• NBA fans dug up the Bucks' ill-advised Lakers burn after the playoff exit
  From the Web › For The Win
  NBA Twitter doesn't forget.
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• Colin Cowherd: James Harden is no LeBron James, he's not built for big moments | THE HERD
  From the Web › FOX Sports
  The Houston Rockets loss to the Los Angeles Lakers in Game 3 of their series led Colin Cowherd to one conclusion: James Harden is no LeBron James. Harden was almost...
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• Chris Broussard: LeBron was spectacular, he's playing like the best player in the world | UNDISPUTED
  From the Web › FOX Sports
  The Houston Rockets jumped out to a 64-61 halftime lead last night, but in the second half the Los Angeles Lakers put the defensive clamps down, allowing Houston to...
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• Why LeBron James loves playing with Rajon Rondo, and five other takeaways from Game 3
  From the Web › Los Angeles Times
  LeBron James has said he loves playing with Rajon Rondo due to how the guard sees the game. Lakers' Game 3 win over Houston showed why that matters.
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• Antoine Walker on LeBron's Lakers taking series lead vs Rockets, Rondo delivered | FIRST THINGS FIRST
  From the Web › FOX Sports
  Antoine Walker joins the show to talk LeBron James & the Los Angeles Lakers taking a 2-1 series lead over the Houston Rockets in the semifinals of the NBA playoffs in...
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• ‘If the Lakers play like this again, Rockets won't win another game' — Shannon Sharpe celebrates LA's Gm3 win | UNDISPUTED
  From the Web › FOX Sports
  The Houston Rockets jumped out to a 64-61 halftime lead last night, but in the second half the Los Angeles Lakers put the defensive clamps down, allowing Houston to...
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• LeBron Achieves Most Playoff Wins Ever As Lakers Take 2-1 Series Lead Over Rockets
  From the Web › CBS Los Angeles
  The triumph gave James his NBA-record 162nd postseason victory, surpassing former Lakers guard Derek Fisher's 161.
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• Rockets' Covington passes concussion protocol
  From the Web › ESPN
  The Rockets' Robert Covington, who left Game 3 after colliding with the Lakers' Anthony Davis, passed a concussion protocol test and is expected to be available for Game...
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• LeBron makes history as Lakers take 2-1 lead
  From the Web › Yahoo! Sports
  LeBron James made more NBA history as the Los Angeles Lakers took a 2-1 lead over the Houston Rockets.
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• How LeBron James sparked the defense in Lakers' Game 3 win
  From the Web › Yahoo! Sports
  LeBron James blocked a shot by Rockets guard Eric Gordon to spark a defensive stand in the third quarter that lifted the Lakers to a Game 3 victory over...
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• How LeBron James sparked the defense in Lakers' Game 3 win
  From the Web › Los Angeles Times
  LeBron James blocked a shot by Rockets guard Eric Gordon to spark a defensive stand in the third quarter that lifted the Lakers to a Game 3 victory over...
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• LeBron James, Anthony Davis will lead way for Lakers, but Rajon Rondo can be playoff X-factor
  From the Web › Sporting News
  Rondo struggled jumping back into the Lakers' rotation for Game 1 against the Rockets, but he has been a critical part of the past two wins.
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• Playoff Rajon Rondo is back, and could be the Lakers' X-factor
  From the Web › For The Win
  Rajon Rondo had a vintage performance against the Rockets in Game 3.
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• Rondo Comes Up Big As Lakers Take 2-1 Series Lead Over Rockets
  From the Web › CBS Los Angeles
  Rajon Rondo sparked a fourth-quarter rally, scoring eight straight points during a 10-0 run early in the period.
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• LeBron led all scorers in Game 3, but it was these ridiculous blocks that made a statement
  From the Web › For The Win
  LeBron James led everyone in scoring in a Game 3 Lakers win, but it was his three massive blocks that sent the biggest message to Houston. (...)
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• LeBron does it all for Lakers in Game 3, retains his dominance even to his wife's annoyance
  From the Web › USA Today
  LeBron James tallied 36 points, six rebounds, five assists and four blocks to boost the Lakers over the Rockets in Game 3 and take a 2-1 series lead...
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• Rondo, James and Davis Bring the Series to 2-1
  From the Web › Lakers.com
  It's becoming more and more apparent how unequivocally different these two teams are.
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