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Lakers' LeBron James gives away No. 23 jersey to Anthony Davis, tweets possible hint about new number
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Why did Lakers' LeBron James switch his jersey number from 23 to 6?
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LeBron James changing Lakers jersey number from 23 to 6, per report
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LeBron James will return to No. 23 next season after switching from No. 6
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Report: LeBron James giving up his No. 23 to Anthony Davis
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Why I wear number six, there are multiple reasons” - LeBron James details what fascinates him about the jersey number 6 - Basketball Network - Your daily dose of basketball
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Jeanie Buss confirms Lakers will eventually retire LeBron James' jersey - NBC Sports
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Lakers Plan to Retire LeBron James' Jersey
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LeBron James Confirms He Isn't Retiring, But Will Make a Change
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Lakers star LeBron James is switching uniform number back to 23 - Los Angeles Times
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NBA: LeBron gives No. 23 jersey to Anthony Davis, returns to No. 6