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How much of a difference will LeBron James make to the Lakers?

LeBron James worked out at the Lakers training facility for the first time on Thursday. He’s taken a role in the national conversation on race, and he got into a Twitter spat with President Trump.

By Madeleine Brand • Aug 10, 2018 • 1 min read

LeBron James worked out at the Lakers training facility for the first time on Thursday. He’s taken a role in the national conversation on race, and he got into a Twitter spat with President Trump. Also, the NFL had its first big night of pre-season games on Thursday, and the fight over the national anthem is back.

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Press Play with Madeleine Brand

How much of a difference will LeBron James make to the Lakers?

LeBron James worked out at the Lakers training facility for the first time on Thursday. He’s taken a role in the national conversation on race, and he got into a Twitter spat with President Trump.

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Press Play with Madeleine Brand

How much of a difference will LeBron James make to the Lakers?

LeBron James worked out at the Lakers training facility for the first time on Thursday. He’s taken a role in the national conversation on race, and he got into a Twitter spat with President Trump.

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