NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani Admits Wembanyama Is "Very Difficult to Hate"

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NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani Admits Wembanyama Is "Very Difficult to Hate"

New York City Mayor Mamdani joked that New York finds ways to hate Wembanyama despite his likability. "He has a lot of talent, both on and off the court, but we hope he doesn't show it too much during this final," Mamdani said. Wembanyama had 32 points, 8 rebounds, and 3 blocks in Game 3.

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Stephen A. Smith Blames Donald Trump All Over Again

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