The fourth Asian American basketball player ever in the NBA is taking the country (or those who love basketball) by storm. Jeremy Lin was born and raised in the SF Bay Area, educated at Harvard, went undrafted into the NBA, was cut from two teams since his rookie start last year, was still up for waiver last week...and he has had the most incredible breakout week with the NY Knicks. How can you not love his story?
Knicks v. Lakers
A long, long time ago, I also played point guard in middle school and part of high school (a small, Asian American PG!). Watching JLin play reminds me of how much I loved the game back then. He also demonstrates how hard work and perseverance can lead you to achieve the "impossible." I hope he inspires many kids -- you can be the underdog, groom both your intellect and your athleticism, and still live out your dream.
#linsanity
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