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“If someone can learn from my experiences, grow from them and take it to the next level or to learn what not to do, that's almost a civil responsibility for your peers but also for those that follow you, support you and don't get a chance to come behind the curtain so to speak.”

Quote by Jalen Rose

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Jalen Rose
Jalen Rose

Jalen Rose is a former professional basketball player who gained fame for his tenure with the University of Michigan Wolverines and the NBA. He was a pivotal player during the 1992-1993 season and was honored as the Big Ten Player of the Year. Rose played in the NBA for the Detroit Pistons, Toronto Raptors, and the Phoenix Suns before his retirement in 2006. more

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