Walk-on Garrett Driven to Win at Lucas Camp
Kansas University walk-on Christian Garrett, a 6 3 senior guard, impressed at John Lucas camp in Houston by scoring on NBA prospect Andrew Harrison. Reporters noted Garrett has logged only 53 minutes in three seasons, yet proved capable against major college players as he pays his own way to improve and pursue future basketball chances.
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Christian Garrett
Kansas University
Kentucky
NBA
Andrew Harrison
John Lucas
Houston
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Rookie earns first win as Indians top Royals in beer shower
Cleveland rookie T.J. House scattered three runs over 6 2/3 innings to win his first big league game as the Indians defeated Kansas City 7-3. Afterward, teammates drenched him in beer in celebration, a moment he enjoyed and welcomed.
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Billy Butler
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Cleveland
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Cleveland Indians
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Embiid and Olajuwon connected through shared dreams
Kansas center Joel Embiid, born while Hakeem Olajuwon starred for Houston in 1994, is repeatedly linked to the Hall of Famer as analysts compare their freshman seasons and potential. Embiid idolizes Olajuwon’s moves, dancing on the low block, and Kansas coach Bill Self notes Embiid's extensive post repertoire and early NBA forecast despite a foot injury.
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Journal-World
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Houston
Kansas
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Kansas State
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Allen Fieldhouse
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NBA
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76Ers
Bill Self
Self
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