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Los Angeles Lakers · Even with their extensive body of work, mileage, and the unique pressures associated with playing for the Los Angeles Lakers, few duos have passed the tests of “must-win games” in the ways LeBron James and Anthony Davis have. Already proven at the pinnacle with a championship in 2020, the future Hall of Fame duo have their sights adjusted for a chance at a second during the 2024 NBA Playoffs. Both enter the postseason with history at the backs. James, for instance, put forth the most efficient 3-point shooting season of his career (41.0%), paired with unheard of numbers for a player in Year 21. Putting in his case for a 20th-consecutive All-NBA nod, James’ scoring (25.7), rebounding (7.3), and assists (8.3) were also among the league’s best. Davis, a key component to the Lakers’ second-ranked points in the point finish, silenced doubters by playing 76 games — the most in his career, and in Year 12 — with equally-dominant averages in scoring (24.7) and blocks (2.3), as well as a career-high in rebounds (12.6). Having done everything there is to do, the Lakers’ next task could be among the most difficult: becoming NBA history’s first team to win a title from the No. 7 spot. This Fandom 'Stars' Redemption can be crafted into either a LeBron James or Anthony Davis Moment after each round of the 2024 NBA Playoffs. · State of Mint