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Lakers' Wayne Ellington takes leave of absence after father is killed


has taken an indefinite leave of absence from the Lakers after his father, Sr., was shot in the head and killed late Sunday by an unidentified gunman. "Our players are upset for their friend and teammate," Lakers General Manager said in a statement. "Additionally, ownership and all Lakers employees are also saddened by this tragedy..." (Los Angeles Times)

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