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Why LeBron James is switching jersey back to No. 23 again from No. 6
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LeBron James Getting Criticized For His Jersey Number Change
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LeBron James Returning to Number 23 for 21st NBA Season - Last
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LeBron James: Why Lakers star is changing from number 6 to 23
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LeBron James to change jersey number back to 23 in honor of Bill
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LeBron James changing number back to 23 next season - NBC Sports
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LeBron James Switching From No. 6 Back To 23 Out Of Respect For
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NBA 2023: LeBron James switching back to No. 23 out of respect for
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Lakers Rumors: LeBron James will change jersey numbers again
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