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LeBron James Says Lakers Will Scout OKC Completely Before Western Conference Semifinals

Although he hasn't had a close look at the Thunder yet, LeBron gave his first opinion of the Lakers' upcoming opponents. "You have to protect the ball against those guys, they play physical handsy defense," LBJ said. He added that Shai Gilegeous-Alexander is the top guy, but all of their guys can contribute, stating the Lakers will scout them further.

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