This may be old news, but it's the first I've heard about it:
http://sports.yahoo.com/nba/blog/ball_d ... =nba-wp184
Seven years ago, former Los Angeles Clippers head coach Kim Hughes was diagnosed with prostate cancer, and the ensuing aftermath will change the way you feel about several NBA types significantly.
Players chip in to save coach’s life
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Re: Players chip in to save coach’s life
Just class by our Blue Devil brethren....awesome thing to do.
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Re: Players chip in to save coach’s life
And, it shows character. Doing a great thing for others without regard to recognition. It's not always so important who is responsible as long as it gets done. Still, it's nice to know. Thanks for sharing the story.
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