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Lakers News: LeBron James Reportedly Switching Jersey Numbers
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LeBron James announces he is changing his uniform from No. 6 back
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LeBron James changing back to No. 23 in honor of Bill Russell
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LeBron James Getting Criticized For His Jersey Number Change
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Buss: Lakers will retire LeBron's jersey
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LeBron James Jersey Number: Lakers Star to Wear No. 23 Next Season
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LeBron James to switch to No. 23 to 'respect' Bill Russell
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Lebron James Switches Up Jersey No. 6 For No. 23
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LeBron James to reclaim No. 23 jersey for upcoming season
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LeBron James will return to No. 23 next season out of respect for