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LeBron James says he wants to be a Laker for as long as he can play

LeBron James

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LeBron James was not happy with the way some of his comments from All-Star weekend were spun into creating a narrative suggesting he would like to leave the Los Angeles Lakers. The four-time NBA champion has since declared he plans to remain in the purple and gold and is intent on sticking with the team for as long as he’s still able to play.

He has also expressed confidence in the Lakers’ management where it pertains to putting together a squad that could challenge for titles following what has so far turned out to be a failed experiment.

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The Lakers are now 27-32 after another loss on Friday night, this time to the Los Angeles Clippers, and are in danger of missing the playoffs altogether. King James insists he isn’t planning to jump ship, though he would love to play with his son if presented the opportunity.

“This is a franchise I see myself being with. I’m here. I’m here,” he said, per…

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