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LeBron James returns with 12 assists as the Lakers defeat the Jazz 140-126, prioritizing unselfish play over scoring with just seven shot attempts.

Rather than disrupting what helped the team start off 10-4, James demonstrated willingness to accept a reduced role with Doncic and Reaves as primary scorers.

James’ openness to his supporting role will determine if the Lakers become playoff contenders or a legitimate championship threat this season.

While the game didn’t provide any definitive answers about what LeBron James will do in his record-breaking 23rd season, it offered promising signs about what he won’t do.

He won’t disrupt what the Lakers are doing.

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