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" When I'm playing in a close game, I'm out on the floor only trying to help the team win. "

Kristaps Porzingis

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" I have 'Friday.' I have 'Dinner For Schmucks.' And I have 'John Wick.' There are others too I can't think of now, but those are my go-to movies. "

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