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LeBron James 'humbled' to join Lakers, expects 'something special'

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EL SEGUNDO, Calif. (AP) — LeBron James realizes the size of the challenge he accepted when he joined the Los Angeles Lakers. After eight consecutive NBA Finals appearances, he knows his new team isn't a true contender with Golden State and the NBA's elite just yet.

The superstar welcomed every step in the process Monday as he began his next chapter in purple and gold.