So thing are looking up for their Staples co-tenant Clippers, but thing aren't looking quite so rosy for the perennial title contender Lakers.First up the Lakers choke in the last 2 minutes against the Bulls in their home opener and then follow this up with a loss to the Kings. Fortunately for Mike Brown and Co, the Lakers won their next game against the rebuilding Jazz to avoid what would have be the first 0-3 start for the Lakers for more than 30 years.So storm clouds are gathering but don't count the Lakers out. Bynum's reduced suspension has him coming back New Year's eve and could very well provide the spark at both ends of the court that the Lakers need to kick start a very average season.From a fantasy perspective here's our take:1. Its still Kobe's show - Kobe's injury concerns aren't anything new, this time is a totally torn ligament in his right wrist that holds two small bones in place. You can count on Kobe to play through the pain. If you...
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Khloe Kardashian,
Chris Paul,
Lamar Odom,
Ron Artest,
Troy Murphy,
Josh McRoberts
TEAMS: Los Angeles Clippers, Dallas Mavericks, Los Angeles Lakers
TEAMS: Los Angeles Clippers, Dallas Mavericks, Los Angeles Lakers
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