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Charles Barkley Says Victor Wembanyama’s Game 7 Emotion Moved Him

Barkley said Wembanyama’s reaction after San Antonio’s Game 7 win over Oklahoma City “almost brought tears to my eyes.” He called the Spurs star “the face of our league for the next 20 years” and praised his love of winning. Still, Barkley picked the Knicks in six, citing Karl-Anthony Towns’ matchup edge against San Antonio’s frontcourt.

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Mike Brown Expects Spurs to “Mix It Up” While Guarding Karl-Anthony Towns in Finals Game 2

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President Trump Questions Victor Wembanyama Crossing His Arms During The National Anthem

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