First playoff loss doesn't discourage Lakers
Published 5/10/2008 by Associated Press at SportingNews.com NBA News and Exclusive Analysis
SALT LAKE CITY (AP) -- After opening the playoffs with six straight wins, the Lakers aren't about to...
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