The top pick is widely expected to be Victor Wembanyama, a 19-year-old French basketball star.
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Jeremy Lin Finally Loves ‘Linsanity’ Just As Much as You Do
A star turn with the Knicks in 2012 made Lin a cultural icon. But the focus on his race — Lin is Taiwanese American — made him uncomfortable for years.
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Enes Kanter Freedom and the Consequences of Speaking Out
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