LeBron James misses 1st All-Star game in 20 years

LeBron James misses first All-Star game in 20 years
For the first time in his career, LeBron James missed the NBA All-Star Game.
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Los Angeles Lakers icon LeBron James announced Sunday he would miss the NBA All-Star Game with left foot and ankle soreness.
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