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Quote by James Naismith
The invention of basketball was not an accident. It was developed

The invention of basketball was not an accident. It was developed to meet a need. Those boys simply would not play “Drop the Handkerchief.” – James Naismith

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I am sure that no man can derive more pleasure from money or power than I do from seeing a pair of basketball goals in some out of the way place. – James Naismith

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When I dunk, I put something on it. I want the ball to hit the floor before I do. – Darryl Dawkins

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