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“There were times in my career where I could have easily been traded, easily been given up on, and I think me making strides, me making a commitment to myself to come in and get better showed people what I could do each year. From there, people started to believe in me, and the organization believed in me, and once that happened, it was on me to take this thing on.”

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Mike Conley, Jr.

Mike Conley, Jr., born on October 11, 1987, is an American professional basketball player known for his role as a point guard in the NBA. Renowned for his ball-handling skills and passing ability, he has made a name for himself in the league. more

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