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“I’ve finally gotten used to the tap water being Schlitz.”
–Giannis Antetokounmpo, on living in Milwaukee

“I’ll do whatever it takes to win.”
–LeBron James, on giving Russell Westbrook the wrong address for tonight’s game

“I just… need you to be a different person.”
–LeBron James, offering words of encouragement to Russell Westbrook

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