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Lakers' LeBron James changing jersey number from No. 6 to No. 23
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Lakers star LeBron James is switching uniform number back to 23 - Los Angeles Times
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LeBron James announces he is changing his uniform from No. 6 back to No. 23
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LeBron James won't wear social justice phrase on Lakers jerseys, says list of message options don't resonate with his mission
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Bronny James, son of NBA great LeBron James, in stable condition after suffering cardiac arrest
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Why LeBron James is Changing His Jersey Number and Who Will Wear No. 23 For the Lakers? – NBC Los Angeles
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LeBron James 2022 2023 Donruss Basketball Series Mint Card #128 picturing him in his Gold Los Angeles Lakers Jersey : Collectibles & Fine Art
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LeBron James can still wear No. 6 despite jersey retirement
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Lakers' LeBron James to change uniform from 6 to 23 next season, per agent
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LeBron James returns from three-game absence, helps new-look LA Lakers to impressive victory
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