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Lakers News: Anthony Davis Discusses Accepting No. 1 Role From LeBron James Prior To 2019-20 NBA Season

When the Los Angeles Lakers traded for Anthony Davis from the New Orleans Pelicans to pair with LeBron James, questions immediately shifted to how the two would fit together.

Many assumed James would take the lead role as he has always done throughout his career, but he surprised many by saying that everything would run through Davis.

Even after James’ comments, some wondered if that would actually be the case, but the duo has worked extremely well together and — true to his word — he has taken on the facilitator role as his new teammate has thrived as the team’s primary offensive option.