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Lakers predicted to outlast rival Clippers in NBA Cup group play

The Los Angeles Lakers begin their hopeful run at a second NBA Cup title in three seasons Friday night when they take on Ja Morant and the Memphis Grizzlies .

Los Angeles' 26-year-old generational talent Luka Dončić appears to be trending in the right direction as he recovers from a left finger strain and lower leg contusion, though he remains questionable for the contest.

Even with Dončić and their 21-time All-Star LeBron James possibly out for a solid portion of the NBA Cup schedule, one NBA writer predicts that the Lakers should come out of their tournament group unscathed and defeat their in-city rival in the process.

"So, who will win if it's Los Angeles vs. Los Angeles ( Clippers )?"

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