The Lakers have lost four of five, and LeBron James is playing big minutes without Anthony Davis. Still, James isn’t interested in hearing about rest.
Author: Mark Medina, USA TODAY
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Opinion: Celtics’ success hinges on Kemba Walker, Marcus Smart easing burden on Jayson Tatum, Jaylen Brown
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