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Jeremy Lin Makes Us All American

Posted by Una Chou on Sunday, April 22, 2012,

 
 The only Asian American in the NBA is not just breaking stereotypes, he's also redefining his country

After watching my first World Series in 1977, I wanted to be Reggie Jackson. I bought a big Reggie poster. I ate Reggie candy bars. I entered a phase during which I insisted on having the same style of glasses Reggie had: gold wire frames with the double bar across.

As a 9-year-old son of immigrants, I was claiming Reggie and, through him, this country. Every time I imitated his explosive swi...
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The ‘Linsanity’ Effect: NY Knicks’ Guard Jeremy Lin’s Surprise Success Leads to Sold-Out Arenas, Jerseys

Posted by Una Chou on Sunday, April 22, 2012,


 

The phenomenon of undrafted Harvard grad and previous NBA benchwarmer Jeremy Lin is translating into serious money, as Knicks’ ticket prices soar and stores can’t keep up with demand for Lin jerseys and “Linsanity” merchandise.

Not long after being let go by two NBA teams (Rockets, Warriors), Lin is the biggest story in basketball. He’s led the Knicks to five straight wins, highlighted by a dominant, 38-point performance against the Lakers, all without Carmelo Anthony or Amar’e St...


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