LOS ANGELES -- Police sources tell KTLA that they're making preparations for a massive public memorial for Michael Jackson Tuesday morning at Staples Center.

Officers Wednesday night closed Chick Hearn Court -- the street that runs in front of the downtown center -- apparently in anticipation of early crowds that could line up for a Jackson service.

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