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Quote by Charles Barkley

“I'm a mad dog whose only concern is winning.”

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Charles Barkley

Charles Barkley, born on February 20, 1963, is a former American professional basketball player known for his unique style and exceptional physicality on the NBA court. He has been nominated for multiple NBA All-Star Games and won the NBA MVP Award in the regular season in 1993. more

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