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Injured Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James smiles from the bench during the first half of an NBA basketball game between the Golden State Warriors and the Lakers in San Francisco, Thursday, Feb. 27, 2020. (AP Photo/Jeff Chiu)

Davis leads way in Lakers’ seventh straight win, James out

By JANIE McCAULEY - Associated Press

New Orleans Pelicans' Zion Williamson (1) looks on from under the basket during free throws next to Los Angeles Lakers' LeBron James (23) during the first half of an NBA basketball game Tuesday, Feb. 25, 2020, in Los Angeles. (AP Photo/Marcio Jose Sanchez)

LeBron’s 40 bests Zion, sends Lakers past Pelicans 118-109

By GREG BEACHAM - Associated Press

Fans line up to get into the Staples Center to attend a public memorial for former Los Angeles Lakers star Kobe Bryant and his daughter, Gianna, in Los Angeles, Monday, Feb. 24, 2020. (AP Photo/Ringo H.W. Chiu)

The Latest: Kobe Bryant service ends with Oscar-winning film

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Los Angeles Lakers' LeBron James (23) is defended by Boston Celtics' Marcus Smart (36) and Jayson Tatum during the first half of an NBA basketball game Sunday, Feb. 23, 2020, in Los Angeles. (AP Photo/Marcio Jose Sanchez)

LeBron’s clutch jumper sends Lakers past Celtics 114-112

By GREG BEACHAM - Associated Press

Detroit Pistons forward Markieff Morris (8) has the ball stripped from him by Atlanta Hawks guard Jeff Teague during the second half of an NBA basketball game Saturday, Jan. 18, 2020, in Atlanta. (AP Photo/John Amis)

LA Lakers sign veteran Markieff Morris for playoff push

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Los Angeles Lakers center Dwight Howard, left, fouls Memphis Grizzlies forward Jaren Jackson Jr. (13) in the act of shooting during the first half of an NBA basketball game Friday, Feb. 21, 2020, in Los Angeles. (AP Photo/Mark J. Terrill)

Anthony Davis’ big 2nd half leads Lakers past Grizz, 117-105

By GREG BEACHAM - Associated Press

Giannis Antetokounmpo of the Milwaukee Bucks dunks during the first half of the NBA All-Star basketball game Sunday, Feb. 16, 2020, in Chicago. (AP Photo/Nam Huh) **FILE**

For NBA players, a little rest now before a hectic finish

By Tim Reynolds - Associated Press

Los Angeles Lakers forward Anthony Davis, right, looks to pass the ball as Denver Nuggets forward Jerami Grant defends during the first half of an NBA basketball game Wednesday, Feb. 12, 2020, in Denver. (AP Photo/David Zalubowski)

Lakers’ Davis back in hometown for All-Star Game

By JAY COHEN - Associated Press

In this July 26, 2018, file photo former Los Angeles Laker Kobe Bryant and his daughter Gianna watch during the U.S. national championships swimming meet in Irvine, Calif. Federal investigators say wreckage from the helicopter that crashed last month and killed Bryant, his daughter and seven others did not show any outward evidence of engine failure, the National Transportation Safety Board said Friday, Feb. 7, 2020. (AP Photo/Chris Carlson,File)

Ticketing plan for Kobe Bryant public memorial released

By JOHN ANTCZAK - Associated Press

Iowa guard Bakari Evelyn (4), left, swats the ball away from Indiana forward Jerome Hunter (21) who drives to the basket during the first half of an NCAA college basketball game, Thursday, Feb. 13, 2020, in Bloomington, Ind. (AP Photo/Doug McSchooler)

Indiana uses 3-point flurry to beat No. 21 Iowa, end skid

By MICHAEL MAROT - Associated Press

Denver Nuggets center Nikola Jokic drives as Los Angeles Lakers forward Anthony Davis defends during the first half of an NBA basketball game Wednesday, Feb. 12, 2020, in Denver. (AP Photo/David Zalubowski)

James’ triple double, Davis lead Lakers past Nuggets 120-116

By ARNIE STAPLETON - Associated Press

Los Angeles Lakers forward Anthony Davis, left, shoots as Phoenix Suns forward Cheick Diallo defends during the first half of an NBA basketball game Monday, Feb. 10, 2020, in Los Angeles. (AP Photo/Mark J. Terrill)

Rondo, Davis lead Lakers to 125-100 rout of Suns

By JOE REEDY - Associated Press

Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James (23) dribbles against the Golden State Warriors in the first half of an NBA basketball game in San Francisco Saturday, Feb. 8, 2020. (AP Photo/John Hefti)

LeBron James scores 22 points, Lakers beat Warriors 125-120

By JANIE McCAULEY - Associated Press

Houston Rockets guard Russell Westbrook, left, shoots as Los Angeles Lakers forward Anthony Davis defends during the first half of an NBA basketball game Thursday, Feb. 6, 2020, in Los Angeles. (AP Photo/Mark J. Terrill)

Covington has clutch debut, Rockets outlast Lakers 121-111

By GREG BEACHAM - Associated Press

Fans gather at a memorial for the late Kobe Bryant in front of Staples Center in Los Angeles, Sunday, Feb. 2, 2020. Bryant, the 18-time NBA All-Star who won five championships and became one of the greatest basketball players of his generation during a 20-year career with the Lakers, died in a helicopter crash Sunday, Jan. 26. (AP Photo/Damian Dovarganes)

AP Source: Bryant memorial set for Feb. 24 at Staples Center

By STEFANIE DAZIO - Associated Press

Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James I swarmed by teammates after making several 3-point shots in a row during the second half of the team's NBA basketball game against the San Antonio Spurs on Tuesday, Feb. 4, 2020, in Los Angeles. (AP Photo/Mark J. Terrill) **FILE**

LeBron gets 36 in 3-point barrage, Lakers rout Spurs 129-102

By GREG BEACHAM - Associated Press

Los Angeles Lakers' LeBron James, wearing a No. 24 jersey, speaks about Kobe Bryant prior to an NBA game between the Lakers and the Portland Trail Blazers on Friday, Jan. 31, 2020, in Los Angeles. Bryant, the 18-time NBA All-Star who won five championships and became one of the greatest basketball players of his generation during a 20-year career with the Lakers, died in a helicopter crash Sunday. (AP Photo/Ringo H.W. Chiu)

The King’s Speech: LeBron James’ words salve hurting Lakers

By GREG BEACHAM - Associated Press

Los Angeles Clippers guard Paul George, left, shoots while Sacramento Kings center Dewayne Dedmon defends during the first half of an NBA basketball game in Los Angeles, Thursday, Jan. 30, 2020. (AP Photo/Kelvin Kuo)

Kings win 1st hoops game at Staples since Kobe’s death

By JOE REEDY - Associated Press

A mural of the late Kobe Bryant is seen on a building near Staples Center, Tuesday, Jan. 28, 2020, in Los Angeles. Bryant, the 18-time NBA All-Star who won five championships and became one of the greatest basketball players of his generation during a 20-year career with the Los Angeles Lakers, died in a helicopter crash Sunday. (AP Photo/Ringo H.W. Chiu)

Lakers return to practice amid grief over Bryant’s death

By GREG BEACHAM - Associated Press

Miami Heat guard Goran Dragic wears inscribed shoes as a tribute to NBA basketball player Kobe Bryant before a game against the Orlando Magic, Monday, Jan. 27, 2020, in Miami. Bryant and his daughter were among those who died in a helicopter crash Sunday in California. (AP Photo/Lynne Sladky)

Analysis: NBA made a good call moving Lakers-Clippers game

By TIM REYNOLDS - Associated Press