LeBron Reveals Kobe's 3-Word Message When He Joined Laker

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When LeBron James signed with Los Angeles prior to the 2018-19 season, 

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he immediately became a member of the Lakers family — at least in the eyes of franchise legend Kobe Bryant. 

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LeBron recently recounted Bryant's words to him when he joined the Lakers organization. 

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"The day I signed, Kobe said you family now. Whatever you need from me, 

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I'm a call away.' Kobe definitely gave me that love. He said' we family, we all Lakers man let's make it happen.'"

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Following Bryant's retirement in 2016, the Lakers slipped into NBA mediocrity. 

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LeBron slowly revived the organization, bringing it to an NBA title in 2020 after missing the postseason in Year 1. 

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LeBron and the Lakers now find themselves in a similar position after a disastrous season in 2021-22. 

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LeBron is under contract with the Lakers through the 2024-24 season.  

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