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“But when I did it (the triple-double), I didn't even know it until someone told me.”

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Oscar Robertson

Oscar Robertson, born on November 24, 1938, is an exceptional basketball player renowned for his scoring, assists, and rebounding abilities. He achieved great success in the NBA, where he was selected by the Cincinnati Royals in the 1960 NBA draft and quickly became a top player in the league. more

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