LeBron James: Spurs "Lucky as F**k" to Keep Landing Generational Talents

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LeBron James: Spurs "Lucky as F**k" to Keep Landing Generational Talents

After Wemby posted 41 and 24 in WCF Game 1, James reflected on San Antonio's run of elite talent. "David Robinson, Tim Duncan and now Wemby...guys who just have this dead serious mentality," James said. "They have these horse blinders on and the mission is the mission. It's pretty remarkable." Robinson and Duncan combined for seven championships in San Antonio.

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