Found October 26, 2009 on NBA.com:
PLAYERS: Lamar Odom
TEAMS: Los Angeles Lakers

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SEASON PREVIEW: CENTERS - One, two, three, RING! The pregame chant led by Lamar Odom in the center of L.A.s circle summed up the teams mission last season, and nothing has changed on that front as L.A. braces to defend its title.
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