Warriors, Lakers, deliver two of ESPN’s top first round audiences
The Warriors and Lakers delivered two of the largest first round NBA playoff audiences in ESPN history Friday night.
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The Warriors and Lakers delivered two of the largest first round NBA playoff audiences in ESPN history Friday night.
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