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'I miss him.' Lakers reunite with Rui Hachimura in first game against Clippers

Rui Hachimura returned to his former home court on Friday as the Los Angeles Clippers faced the Lakers. Despite a warm reception and a tribute video from the franchise where he spent four seasons, the crowd eventually turned on him during the Lakers' 125-117 victory.

Hachimura finished the contest with 16 points after signing a two-year, $28-million contract with the Clippers during the offseason. Before the game, he shared a moment with former teammate Austin Reaves and coach Beau Levesque.

Clippers head coach Tyronn Lue noted the strange experience of returning to a familiar arena while occupying the opposing bench.

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