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New Lakers Josh McRoberts, Troy Murphy make an impact in opener

Found December 25, 2011 on LA Times:
PLAYERS: Josh McRoberts,  Troy Murphy
TEAMS: Los Angeles Lakers

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The recently signed forwards combine for 13 points and 16 rebounds in their Lakers debut, though two missed free throws by McRoberts late in the game loom large in 88-87 loss to Chicago.Josh McRoberts was doing his McRambis thing, bulling others out of the way for rebounds, chasing loose balls and even showing some offensive might with a couple of dunks.
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