LeBron James is ready for action. As the Lakers get ready to open their first-round playoff series against the Minnesota Timberwolves, head coach JJ Redick made it clear that James isn’t just the face of the franchise—he’s the heartbeat of the team’s defense.

Lakers guard Bronny James failed to qualify for any of the three All-NBA G League Teams announced by the NBA on April 17.

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