NBA playoffs: LeBron James struggles, tweaks injured foot as Lakers' optimistic plan starts faltering
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With LeBron James injured, do the Lakers have a chance to make the playoffs? Here's what needs to happen - The Athletic
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Even with Wendell Carter sidelined by hand injury, balanced scoring fuels Magic's big home win over Lakers
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LeBron James' injury could lead to nightmare scenario for NBA's broken playoff format – The Denver Post
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