Lakers' LeBron James ruled out for Friday vs. Timberwolves, has been out for 'personal reasons'

James missed his first game of the season on Sunday due to a sore foot

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LeBron James ruled out of Lakers' game at Minnesota on Friday with foot soreness

LeBron James has been ruled out of the Los Angeles Lakers’ game at Minnesota on Friday night due to soreness in his left foot
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LeBron James won't play for Lakers against Minnesota on Friday

LeBron James, who hasn't been with the Lakers this week, will not play against the Minnesota Timberwolves on Friday because of foot soreness.
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LeBron James away from Lakers for personal reasons, likely out Friday vs. Minnesota

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Lakers' LeBron James ruled out for Friday vs. Timberwolves, has been out for 'personal reasons'

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