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Monk delivers in OT as Kings beat Lakers 132-127 on 20th anniversary of James NBA debut
The Sacramento Kings defeat the Los Angeles Lakers 132-127 in overtime, spoiling LeBron James' 20th NBA anniversary. Malik Monk scores 22 points.
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The Sacramento Kings defeat the Los Angeles Lakers 132-127 in overtime, spoiling LeBron James' 20th NBA anniversary. Malik Monk scores 22 points.
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