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Lakers' LeBron James explains why he switched jersey to No. 6
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Lakers News: LeBron James, Anthony Davis Switching Jersey Numbers For 2021-22 Season
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He Hadn't Been There Long Enough”: 3x NBA Champion's Honest Take on Prospect of LeBron James Statue Amid Jersey Number Swap - EssentiallySports
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LeBron James will switch to jersey No. 6, Lakers announce - Los Angeles Times
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LeBron James Will Switch His Jersey Number From No. 23 To No. 6 Next Season - Fadeaway World
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James Set To Change Jersey Number From No. 23 To No. 6
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LeBron James number change: Lakers star reportedly will ditch 23 jersey after 'Space Jam
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LeBron James changing number to No. 6: What's been going on behind the scenes? - The Athletic
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