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Montrezl Harrell is one of the toughest players in the NBA and opened up about why he plays with a lot of energy and passion.

Harrell said he is not worried about his role with the Lakers, because he knows what he can offer to the team on both ends.

“I play with a lot of energy and a lot of passion because every day I get to wake up and put my shoes on and be blessed to play the game of basketball to take care of my family.

So I’m going to play with the same energy and passion every game that I’m out there and leave it all on the floor,” Harrell said, via Christian Rivas of Silver Screen and Roll.

Harrell is averaging 14 points and 6.6 rebounds in 60 games with the Lakers this season.