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Latter part of Lakers season could feature Thomas and Ball working in tandem

LOS ANGELES_Isaiah Thomas had only been a Laker for three days, and had just completed his first road trip with his new team, when he received a text message.

Lonzo Ball had a couple of questions.

Did Thomas work out on his days off?

There are no days off, Thomas told the rookie.

Could Ball join him for his workout?

Of course.

Ball met Thomas around 11 a.m. at the UCLA Health Training Center and went through the seven-year veteran's regimen with him.

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