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Asian Pioneers: Jeremy Lin

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Jeremy Lin is a professional basketball player who has faced oppression as an Asian throughout his career in the NBA. Lin is of Taiwanese and Chinese descent and is one of the few Asian Americans to have played in the league. Lin's breakout moment came in 2012 during his time with the New York Knicks, where he led a campaign known as "Linsanity." In a period of just 25 days, Lin averaged 24.4 points, 9.1 assists, and 4.0 rebounds per game, leading the Knicks to a seven-game winning streak and bringing global attention to his story. However, Lin's success on the court was not met with unanimous praise. Some criticized him for being overhyped, while others made racist and xenophobic comments about him. Despite these challenges, Lin continued to play at a high level and proved his doubters wrong. One of the players who was affected by Lin's rise to fame was Carmelo Anthony, who was the star player of the Knicks at the time. Anthony and Lin had a bit of a contentious

Kyrie Irving and his Controversial Ideas

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Kyrie Irving, the Brooklyn Nets point guard, has been at the center of controversy throughout his career. From public feuds with former coaches and teammates, to his outspoken views on politics and social issues, Irving has never shied away from expressing his opinions and standing up for what he believes in. One of the most notable controversies Irving has faced came in 2017, when he publicly criticized his then-teammate, LeBron James, for the way he handled leadership within the Cleveland Cavaliers. Irving reportedly grew frustrated with James' dominant role on the team and felt that he wasn't given enough space to showcase his own talents. In a press conference, Irving stated that he wanted to be in a situation where he could be more of a leader and have more control over the team's style of play. This led to a public feud between the two players, with James responding in a press conference of his own, saying that he felt "hurt" by Irving's comments. Anothe

Asian Pioneers: Wat Misaka

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Wat Misaka, a Japanese-American basketball player, made history in 1947 when he became the first person of Asian descent to play in the NBA. His journey to the NBA was not only a personal achievement, but also a significant moment for Asian Americans and for the sport of basketball. Misaka was born in Ogden, Utah, in 1923, and he grew up playing basketball in high school and college. After attending Weber Junior College, he transferred to the University of Utah, where he was a star player for the Utes. In 1947, he graduated from the university and was drafted by the New York Knicks, becoming the first Asian American to play in the NBA. During his brief time in the league, Misaka faced many challenges and obstacles. Not only was he a rookie, but he was also a person of color in a league that was primarily white. Despite these challenges, Misaka proved to be a skilled and talented player, and he helped the Knicks win the NBA championship in his debut season. Despite his success on the co

Most Under Appreciated Series: Bernard King

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Bernard King is one of the most overlooked players in the history of the NBA. Despite being one of the most prolific scorers during his prime, he is often overshadowed by other players of his era. In this article, we will take a closer look at King's career, his injuries, and his time playing in New York. Bernard King was one of the most dominant scorers in the NBA during his prime. He played 14 seasons in the league and averaged 22.5 points per game for his career. He had several seasons where he averaged over 30 points per game, including a career-high 32.9 points per game in the 1984-1985 season. This led to his selection to the All-NBA First Team that season, and four All-Star selections. King's scoring ability was not limited to just scoring points, he also had a great efficiency. He had a career field goal percentage of .512 and a true shooting percentage of .564. He was also excellent at getting to the free-throw line, averaging 7.2 free-throw attempts per game for his c