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“My identity is in Christ, not in basketball.”

Quote by Jeremy Lin

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Jeremy Lin, born on August 23, 1988, is an American of Chinese descent who has made a name for himself as a professional basketball player. Known for his remarkable performance and inspirational story in the NBA, Lin briefly served as the starting point guard for the New York Knicks, becoming a sensation at the 2012 NBA All-Star Game. His basketball career is filled with challenges and breakthroughs, making him a distinguished representative of Chinese-American basketball players. more

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