The Twisted Irony of the Jontay Porter Scandal

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Michael was a flashy scorer, but Jontay was a floorbound passer.

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He was a threat in dribble-handoff situations due to his screen-setting skill and passing vision.

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The Twisted Irony of the Jontay Porter Scandal

Michael was a flashy scorer, but Jontay was a floorbound passer.

He was a threat in dribble-handoff situations due to his screen-setting skill and passing vision.

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