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Who is Giannis Antetokounmpo?
\r\nGiannis Antetokounmpo or the \”Greek Freak\” is one of those names that have spurred the NBA circuit in recent times. Born in Greece to Nigerian parents, Antetokounmpo began playing basketball for the youth teams of Filathlitikos, eventually playing for their senior team. Following this, the power forward declared himself eligible for the NBA Draft in 2013, where Antetokounmpo was drafted with the 15th overall pick by the Milwaukee Bucks, a team he has been playing for since then. He wears the No. 34 jersey.\r\n\r\n Jan 3, 2024; Indianapolis, Indiana, USA; Milwaukee Bucks forward Giannis Antetokounmpo (34) in the second half against the Indiana Pacers at Gainbridge Fieldhouse. Mandatory Credit: Trevor Ruszkowski-USA TODAY Sports\r\n\r\nOver his career, Antetokounmpo has been an NBA All-Star seven times. Giannis also won two successive MVP trophies in 2019 and 2020 to solidify his status as a star in the league. After multiple seasons of being heavily criticized for his failure to win a title, the power forward silenced his critics winning his first championship and Final MVP in 2021. In the 2023-24 season, he is continuing his top form, with the Bucks now a force to be reckoned with in the East.\r\n
Giannis Antetokounmpo’s early life
\r\nBorn in Athens to Nigerian immigrant parents, Charles and Veronica Antetokounmpo, in 1994, Giannis Antetokounmpo grew up in a tough environment, with his family struggling to afford the basics. He started playing basketball around age 7, finding an escape and a passion for the sport. By his mid-teens, he had left school to focus on helping provide for his family, taking odd jobs around the city.\r\n\r\nBasketball became more than just a game for the young athlete – it was, perhaps, an opening for a better life. That once far-off dream, however, was soon realized, with Antetokounmpo’s first-round selection in the 2013 NBA draft.\r\n
Giannis Antetokounmpo’s wife and children
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Giannis Antetokounmpo fathers three children with his fiancee Mariah Riddlesprigger: his two sons Liam, 4, and Maverick Shai, 2, and his new-born daughter Eva Brooke. He has four brothers, Francis, Thanasis, Kostas, and Alex. Two of his siblings are contemporaries in the league, with Kostas securing a championship in 2020 with the Los Angeles Lakers and Thanasis with the Bucks in 2021.\r\n\r\n
Giannis Antetokounmpo’s career timeline
\r\nDrafted 15th overall by the Milwaukee Bucks in the 2013 NBA draft, Antetokounmpo was named to the NBA All-Rookie second team in his first season. Over the next few years, he quickly exceeded expectations, growing into a versatile scorer, lockdown defender, and facilitator all in an athletic 6’11” frame.\r\n\r\nHe broke out in his third season, averaging 16.9 points, 7.7 rebounds, and 4.3 assists per game and earning the Most Improved Player award. In the 2019-20 season, the Greek had another one of his finer campaigns, putting up 27.7 points, 12.5 rebounds, and 5.9 assists to lead the Bucks to their best-ever record in the NBA. (56-17). \r\n\r\nIn 2021, Giannis delivered on his promise by spearheading the Bucks to the NBA title and earning a Finals MVP title in the process. He then went on to sign one of the largest contracts in NBA history, a 5-year $228 million extension with the Bucks.\r\n
Giannis Antetokoumpo’s major achievements
\r\nNBA Champion (2021)\r\n\r\nNBA Finals MVP (2021)\r\n\r\n2× NBA Most Valuable Player (2019, 2020)\r\n\r\n7× NBA All-Star (2017–2023)\r\n\r\nNBA All-Star Game MVP (2021)\r\n\r\n5× All-NBA First Team (2019–2023)\r\n\r\n2× All-NBA Second Team (2017, 2018)\r\n\r\nNBA Defensive Player of the Year (2020)\r\n\r\n4× NBA All-Defensive First Team (2019–2022)\r\n\r\nNBA All-Defensive Second Team (2017)\r\n\r\nNBA Most Improved Player (2017)\r\n\r\nNBA All-Rookie Second Team (2014)\r\n\r\nNBA 75th Anniversary Team\r\n\r\nFIBA EuroBasket Top Scorer (2022)\r\n\r\nEuroscar Player of the Year (2018)\r\n
Giannis Antetokounmpo stats
\r\nGames played – 758\r\n\r\nPoints per game – 23.1\r\n\r\nAssists per game – 4.8\r\n\r\nRebounds per game – 9.7\r\n\r\nPlayoffs stats:\r\n\r\nGames played – 79\r\n\r\nPoints per game – 26.6\r\n\r\nAssists per game – 5.2\r\n\r\nRebounds per game – 12.0\r\n
Giannis Antetokounmpo’s 2024 net worth
\r\nGiannis Antetokounmpo’s net worth in 2024 is estimated to be $70 million. In October, after much speculation, the Bucks and Giannis agreed on a massive super-max contract, which tied the ‘Greek Freak’ with the Bucks for five more years.\r\n\r\nThe deal is worth close to $228 million and the player is guaranteed the entire amount, including an opt-out in the fourth year. Notably, he currently averages a salary of approximately $45.64 million through his 10-year career in the NBA.\r\n
Giannis Antetokounmpo contract
\r\nHere is a breakdown of his contract extension with the Bucks:\r\n
2023/24 | $45,640,084 |
2024/25 | $48,787,676 |
2025/26 | $57,604,894 |
2026/27 | $62,213,285 |
2027/28 | $66,821,676 |
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Endorsement deals of Giannis Antetokounmpo
\r\nThe seven-time NBA All-Star was the 19th Highest-Paid Athlete in the World in 2020. Now, he earns over $25 million from his endorsement deals. His major endorsements include JBL, Tissot, 2K Sports, Hulu, and Nike.\r\n
Giannis Antetokounmpo foundation and charity
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\r\nIn 2019, Giannis and his brothers started the AntetokounBros Academy. The academy aims to help young boys and girls jump-start their professional basketball careers. Moreover, the foundation, funded by Giannis’ official sports apparel partner Nike, will run for two years in Athens. \r\n\r\n
Giannis Antetokounmpo’s social media accounts
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https://www.instagram.com/giannis_an34/ | |
https://twitter.com/giannis_an34 | |
https://www.facebook.com/GreekFreakOfficial/ | |
Website | N/A |
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Personal Information: | |
Full Name | Giannis Sina Ugo Antetokounmpo |
Popular Name | Giannis Antetokounmpo |
Date of Birth | 6th December, 1994 |
Birth Place | Athens, Greece |
Height | 6 feet 11 inches |
Weight | 243 lb |
Parents | Charles Antetokounmpo (Father)Veronica Antetokounmpo (Mother) |
Siblings | Francis Antetokounmpo\r\n\r\nThanasis Antetokounmpo\r\n\r\nKostas Antetokounmpo\r\n\r\nAlex Antetokounmpo |
Nationality | Greek / Nigerian |
Ethnicity | Nigerian |
Net Worth | $70 Million |
Salary | $45.6 Million |
Spouse | Mariah Riddlesprigger (Fiancee) |
Relationship/Marital Status | Engaged |
Children | 3 |
Profession | Basketball Player |
Team | Milwaukee Bucks |
Rings | 1 |
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Who is LeBron James?
\r\nLeBron James is widely considered to be one of the greatest to ever play the game of basketball. Born in Akron, James spent the majority of his professional career with the Cleveland Cavaliers and the Los Angeles Lakers, winning multiple NBA championships and earning numerous accolades along the way.\r\n\r\nDec 7, 2023; Las Vegas, Nevada, USA; Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James (23) reacts during the second quarter against the New Orleans Pelicans in the NBA In Season Tournament Semifinal at T-Mobile Arena. Mandatory Credit: Kyle Terada-USA TODAY Sports\r\n\r\n \r\n\r\nKnown for his exceptional all-around game, James is a four-time MVP and has been selected to the All-Star team a record 18 times.\r\n
LeBron James’ early life
\r\nLeBron James was born on December 30, 1984, in Akron, Ohio. James started playing basketball at a young age, showing great potential. He soon became one of the best high school basketball players in the country. James graduated from St. Vincent’s St. Mary High School and declared for the NBA draft in 2003. James led St. Vincent’s St. Mary to three state championships in four years. With Keith Dambrot and Dru Joyce II coaching the side for two years each, the Fighting Irish had a record of 101 victories and 6 losses during James’ time.\r\n
LeBron James’ wife and children
\r\nLeBron James was raised by his mother Gloria James, who struggled to make ends meet as a single mother. Not much is known about James’ biological father Anthony McClelland, who was largely absent from LeBron’s life during his childhood. He is also reported to have criminal records to his name.\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\nJames has been in a relationship with his high school sweetheart Savannah since his teenage years. The couple tied the knot on September 14, 2013. Savannah James has indulged in several business ventures over the years and is also a noted philanthropist. She has also established a mentorship program for young women. LeBron and Savannah have three children together: Bronny, Bryce, and Zhuri James.\r\n\r\nBoth Bronny and Bryce are following in their father’s footsteps to become basketball stars. In December 2023, Bronny made his long-awaited collegiate debut with the USC Trojans, less than five months after suffering cardiac arrest in July.\r\n
LeBron James’ net worth 2024
\r\nLeBron James has an estimated net worth of $1 billion, according to recent reports. James is the first active NBA star to achieve this feat. The four-time NBA champion signed a two-year $97.1 million contract extension with the Los Angeles Lakerslast year. As per reports, James has earned around $387 million in salaries in his 20-year NBA career so far. Furthermore, he has also made a fortune with his endorsement deals and investments, which have helped him build his massive business empire.\r\n
LeBron James’ NBA career timeline
\r\nThe Cleveland Cavaliersselected hometown boy LeBron James as the first overall pick in the 2003 NBA draft. James was a superstar straight out of high school and took the league by storm. He played for the Cavaliers from 2003 to 2010 in his first stint and won MVP awards in 2009 and 2010. Even though the Akron Hammer was almost unstoppable on the court and won many individual accolades, team success was hard to come by.\r\n\r\nBilder des Tages – SPORT NBA Playoffs, Cleveland Cavaliers – Indiana Pacers April 25, 2018 – Cleveland, OH, USA – The Cleveland Cavaliers LeBron James celebrates a basket and foul in the third quarter against the Indiana Pacers in Game 5 on Wednesday, April 25, 2018, at Quicken Loans Arena in Cleveland. The Cleveland Cavaliers won, 98-95, for a 3-2 lead in the first-round NBA Basketball Herren USA playoff series. Game 5: Indiana at Cleveland – ZUMAm67_ 20180425_zaf_m67_043 Copyright: xLeahxKlafczynskix\r\n\r\nJames then left the Cavs and took his talents to the Miami Heatin 2010. He received major backlash from Cavs fans after this move. However, he continued his dominance, alongside superstars Dwyane Wade and Chris Bosh for the Heat, and clinched his first NBA title in 2012, followed by another in 2013. He also won the NBA MVP award and the Finals MVP award in 2012 and 2013. The estranged son then returned to the Cavaliers in 2014 and took the team to four straight NBA Finals against the Golden State Warriors. He helped the Cavs win their first-ever NBA title in 2016.\r\n\r\nJames once again left the Cavs, this time to join the Los Angeles Lakers, in 2018 and led them to the 2020 NBA title. Following the retirements of Udonis Haslem and Andre Iguodala, LeBron James is currently the oldest player in the league. On the 21st of November 2023, James became thefirst player in league historyto reach 39,000 career points. Six days later, he surpassed Kareem Abdul-Jabbar’s record of 66,300 minutes to become the player with the most minutes played in NBA games during the regular season and playoffs.\r\n\r\n
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LeBron James contracts
\r\nHere’s a breakdown of LeBron James’ contracts and earnings throughout his NBA career:\r\n
Year | Team | Salary |
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2023-24 | Los Angeles Lakers | $47,607,350 |
2022-23 | Los Angeles Lakers | $44,474,988 |
2021-22 | Los Angeles Lakers | $41,180,544 |
2020-21 | Los Angeles Lakers | $39,219,566 |
2019/20 | Los Angeles Lakers | $37,436,858 ($37,678,600*) |
2018/19 | Los Angeles Lakers | $35,654,150 ($36,475,929*) |
2017/18 | Cleveland Cavaliers | $33,285,709 ($35,030,744*) |
2016/17 | Cleveland Cavaliers | $30,963,450 ($33,119,038*) |
2015/16 | Cleveland Cavaliers | $22,970,500 ($24,814,681*) |
2014/15 | Cleveland Cavaliers | $20,644,400 ($22,329,434*) |
2013/14 | Miami Heat | $19,067,500 ($21,051,220*) |
2012/13 | Miami Heat | $17,545,000 ($19,710,161*) |
2011/12 | Miami Heat | $16,022,500 ($18,299,290*) |
2010/11 | Miami Heat | $14,500,000 ($17,149,801*) |
2009/10 | Cleveland Cavaliers | $15,779,912 ($18,860,203*) |
2008/09 | Cleveland Cavaliers | $14,410,581 ($16,977,833*) |
2007/08 | Cleveland Cavaliers | $13,041,250 ($16,136,130*) |
2006/07 | Cleveland Cavaliers | $5,828,090 ($7,404,948*) |
2005/06 | Cleveland Cavaliers | $4,621,800 ($6,125,892*) |
2004/05 | Cleveland Cavaliers | $4,320,360 ($5,871,248*) |
2003/04 | Cleveland Cavaliers | $4,018,920 ($5,639,986*) |
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LeBron James’ NBA career stats
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- Regular season games played – 1467
- Regular season points per game – 27.1
- Regular season rebounds per game – 7.5
- Regular season assists per game – 7.3
- Playoff games played – 282
- Postseason points per game – 28.5
- Postseason rebounds per game – 9
- Postseason assists per game – 7.2
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LeBron James’ investments and endorsements
\r\nSome of the biggest brands endorsed by LeBron James are as follows:\r\n
- Nike
- McDonald’s
- Blaze Pizza
- Beats Electronics
- Sprite
- Upper Deck
- State Farm Insurance
- Audemars Piguet
- Dunkin’ Donuts
- Samsung
- Kia
- Verizon
- Intel
- Lobos 1707
\r\nLeBron James has made some very smart investments over the years, which have helped him substantially. Two of James’ most important investments are Blaze Pizza and the English soccer club, Liverpool F.C.\r\n
LeBron James’ achievements and awards
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- 4× NBA champion (2012, 2013, 2016, 2020)
- 4× NBA Finals MVP (2012, 2013, 2016, 2020)
- 4× NBA Most Valuable Player (2009, 2010, 2012, 2013)
- 19× NBA All-Star (2005–2023)
- 3× NBA All-Star Game MVP (2006, 2008, 2018)
- 13× All-NBA First Team (2006, 2008–2018, 2020)
- 3× All-NBA Second Team (2005, 2007, 2021)
- 3× All-NBA Third Team (2019, 2022, 2023)
- 5× NBA All-Defensive First Team (2009–2013)
- NBA All-Defensive Second Team (2014)
- NBA Rookie of the Year (2004)
- NBA All-Rookie First Team (2004)
- NBA scoring champion (2008)
- NBA assists leader (2020)
- NBA 75th Anniversary Team
- AP Athlete of the Decade (the 2010s)
- 4× AP Athlete of the Year (2013, 2016, 2018, 2020)
- 3× Sports Illustrated Sportsperson of the Year (2012, 2016, 2020)
- USA Basketball Male Athlete of the Year (2012)
- 2× National high school player of the year (2002, 2003)
- McDonald’s All-American Game MVP (2003)
- 2× First-team Parade All-American (2002, 2003)
- 3× Ohio Mr. Basketball (2001–2003)
- 3x USA Today All-USA First Team (2001-2003)
- No. 23 retired by St. Vincent–St. Mary
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LeBron James’ charity and foundation
\r\nSome of the biggest donations made by LeBron James are to the charities:\r\n
- After-school All-Stars
- Mohammed Ali: A Force for Change
- Boys and Girls Club of America
- Children’s Defence Fund
- ONEXONE
- I Promise School
\r\nMost of these charities are aimed at helping children and the younger generation. King James is dedicated to providing the youth of America, especially those at risk, the opportunity required to prosper in life with his ‘I Promise’ initiative.\r\n
LeBron James’ rings
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Over his illustrious 20-year career (and counting), James has won four NBA championships. He has led three different franchises – the Miami Heat, the Cleveland Cavaliers, and the Los Angeles Lakers – to NBA titles.\r\n
James’ first title came in 2012 with the Heat, when he won his first Finals MVP award, followed by a second consecutive title in 2013. After returning to Cleveland in 2014, James delivered on his promise to bring the city its first major sports championship in over 50 years.\r\n
In 2016, James powered the Cavaliers back from a daunting 3-1 deficit against the record-setting Golden State Warriors in the Finals. James won his 4th championship and NBA Finals MVP award in 2020, leading the Los Angeles Lakers to a championship against his former side, the Miami Heat.\r\n\r\n
LeBron James’ shoe deals
\r\nLeBron James signed a huge deal with Nike even before he entered the NBA. As James’ superstardom rose, he became one of the most important faces of the brand, with his line of signature shoes, which is in its 20th version now. The four-time NBA MVP signed a lifetime deal with Nike in 2015 for an undisclosed fee.\r\n
LeBron James’ house
\r\nLeBron James has reiterated multiple times that he does not spend his hard-earned money without reason. Former teammate Dwyane Wade once revealed that James is one of the cheapest players in the league despite being one of the richest. However, James knows how to spend his fortune in style. And when it comes to where he lives, the King does not compromise. According to reports, LeBron owns multiple properties in California, Ohio, and Miami, that are worth a combined estimated value of $100 million.\r\n
LeBron James’ car collection
\r\nLeBron James is known for having an extensive collection of cars, estimated to be worth over $2 million. Some of the standouts include a Chevy Camaro SS, a 2015 Porsche 918 Spyder, and the Dodge Challenger SRT 392. He also owns a Lamborghini Aventador Roadster, a 720-horsepower V12 supercar. Another notable element of his collection is a Mercedes luxury sedan, the Maybach S650, worth around $200,000.\r\n\r\nNotably, after teaming up withShaquille O’Nealin Cleveland, Shaq gifted LeBron a Rolls Royce Phantom for his 25th birthday. The luxury car goes from 0 to 60 mph in just 5.2 seconds and is valued at around $505,000.\r\n
LeBron James’ controversial moments
\r\nLeBron James has not had any major controversies so far. However, there have been a few questionable moments in his career. James was the centerpiece of controversy during his high school career for accepting gifts. Then his infamous move to the Miami Heat in 2010, announced on national television, stirred up a lot of controversy.\r\n\r\nJames, who is very vocal about his political beliefs, was criticized for his association with Nike because of the brand’s political stance. Also, his comments on America after Brittney Griner’s detainment in Russia sparked some controversy.\r\n
Will LeBron James retire?
\r\nLeBron James, 39, is currently playing his 21st NBA season in the NBA. The future Hall of Famer is still playing at the highest level, but he is definitely at the tail end of his career. However, the Lakers icon will not retire after the 2023-24 season as he has multiple times opened up abouthis desire to play alongside his son Bronny Jamesin the league. Bronny will be eligible to declare for the NBA draft next year. So there is a high chance that James may continue playing in the league until his son enters the NBA.\r\n
LeBron James’ social media accounts
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@kingjames | |
@KingJames | |
@LeBron James | |
Website | https://www.lebronjames.com/ |
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Full Name | LeBron Raymone James Sr. |
Popular Name | LeBron James |
Birth Date | December 30, 1984 |
Birth Place | Akron, Ohio |
Height | 6′ 9\” (2.06 m) |
Weight | 250 lbs |
Parents | Gloria James |
Siblings | None |
Nationality | American |
Ethnicity | African American |
Net Worth | $1 Billion |
Salary | $97.1 Million |
Spouse | Savannah James |
Relationship/Marital Status | Married |
Children | Three |
Profession | Basketball player |
Team | Los Angeles Lakers |
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And we are merely days away from the beginning of another epic nine-month marathon. Not only all hoop fanatics, but even the players cannot wait for the season to tip off. Therefore, Giannis Antetokounmpo [https://www.essentiallysports.com/tag/giannis-antetokounmpo/] expressed excitement about his highly anticipated return to the court. Adding to that, he infused Greek vibes into the Bucks training camp. Amid the ongoing training camp, The Greek Freak posted a video on X where he could be seen grooving to the beats of a song from his homeland for over a minute. “When you know the NBA season is about to start!!!” he captioned the tweet seemingly hyped about stepping back on the hardwood. Sure enough, it has been a long wait for Giannis because he was sidelined toward the tail end of last season because of a calf injury. Unfortunately, the injury kept him out for the entire first round series against the Indiana Pacers. On top of that, the Milwaukee Bucks got eliminated from the playoffs very early. Moreover, this was the second straight year Giannis went out with an injury while his team struggled to stay afloat in the postseason. Even last year, he could play only three games in the series against Miami as the Bucks crumbled in five games. So, it’s understandable why The Greek Freak is excited now that he is finally healthy and available to contribute to his team’s title pursuit. Addressing his health concerns over the last two seasons, Giannis revealed his focus on Media Day, “Just take care of my body the best way that I can and I hope I’m not unfortunate moving forward.” And the vibe he created in the Bucks’ camp will surely boost their morale heading into the season. Moreover, this seems like a new trend around the league as LeBron James [https://www.essentiallysports.com/tag/lebron-james/] did something similar with the Lakers. LEBRON JAMES’ UNIQUE IDEA CREATED A MUSICAL VIBE IN JJ REDICK’S TRAINING CAMP JUST LIKE GIANNIS ANTETOKOUNMPO While Giannis Antetokounmpo prepared for next season with epic dance moves, the Lakers took it up a level-notch. He invited DJ Meel to play music at their camp while LeBron James and Co. worked on their game. When asked whose idea it was to host the DJ, JJ Redick revealed, “It came from LeBron. He requested that there be a DJ before and after practice.” Moreover, the head coach liked the refreshing vibe so much that he even asked if the DJ would stay for the entire camp. But he was not sure of it, “I don’t know. We’re gonna figure it out.” Well, it shouldn’t come as a surprise that it was LeBron’s idea to call DJ Meel as the two are long-time pals. Moreover, both LeBron and his wife Savannah have attended the DJ’s parties several times and even promoted his ‘Testimonial Tuesday’ initiative on social media. Sure enough, Meel is a Cleveland native which is also LBJ’s hometown. And the DJ has showcased his talent at several birthday and anniversary parties for the superstar couple. “One of a kind.” LeBron recently called him. So, it is likely that the artist plays at every Lakers’ practice during camp to keep them motivated for the upcoming season. Are you as excited about the new NBA season as Giannis Antetokounmpo and LeBron James? “,”editorJson”:{“display_name”:”Jacob Gijy”,”user_avatar”:”“,”user_description”:”Jacob Gijy, a primary soccer editor at EssentiallySports. With a portfolio of over 2000 published articles, he has used the power of storytelling to captivate his audience. Jacob decodes the tactical intricacies of the game and provides valuable player insights to the readers.\r\nAs a desk editor, Jacob Gijy isn’t just a chronicler of events; he’s a craftsman at stitching sports narratives. 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