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“I was a man who played basketball and after I played basketball and before I played basketball I was going to be a psychologist, whereas most people who play their occupation is their definition - and then when they stop doing who they are, they become nothing.”

Quote by John Amaechi

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John Amaechi, born on November 26, 1970, is a former professional basketball player. He played in the NBA for the Cleveland Cavaliers, Toronto Raptors, and Los Angeles Clippers. Amaechi was known for his scoring ability and all-around game style. Apart from basketball, Amaechi is also a social activist and writer, dedicated to raising public awareness about the LGBTQ+ community. more

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