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“You can't ever totally know what's inside of someone else, or see the kind of will someone like Magic has. You have to rely on your instincts to find people who hate losing and know how to win.”

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Jerry West, born on May 28, 1938, is a renowned American basketball player. Known for his exceptional scoring ability and leadership, he played for the Los Angeles Lakers in the NBA and was named the MVP multiple times during his career. more

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