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    The defending champion Los Angeles Lakers have cruised to a 138-115 win over the Dallas Mavericks, grabbing their first victory of the new season as part of the NBA's Christmas day action

    The defending champion Los Angeles Lakers have cruised to a 138-115 win over the Dallas Mavericks, grabbing their first victory of the new season as part of the NBA's Christmas day action


    Stars Anthony Davis and LeBron James combined for 50 points.

    Meanwhile, the Brooklyn Nets have continued to bolster their championship pedigree, thrashing fellow East contenders the Boston Celtics 123-95.

    Guard Kyrie Irving top scored for the Nets with 37 points.

    It was Irving's first regular season game against his former team on their home court, but says there's no animosity towards his old teammates.

    © 2024 Newstalk ZB, NZCity

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