Lakers owner Jeanie Buss held back tears when discussing David Stern’s mentorship, his support for Magic Johnson and the nixed Chris Paul deal.
Author: Mark Medina, USA TODAY
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Clippers have already figured out late-game dynamics with Paul George, Kawhi Leonard
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