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by Mychal Denzel Smith onJanuary 4, 2012
Call him crazy, but the Laker formerly known as Ron Artest is a genius for changing his name.
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After 19 years in the NBA, the basketball giant announced that he's leaving the game.
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The Lakers finally prevail over the Celtics in game 7 to clinch the championship. Bryant named MVP.
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by Martin Johnson onOctober 27, 2009
The NBA regular season kicks off tonight with two games in the East and two in the West. The Root's Martin Johnson takes a look at how the season is likely to play out.
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