If you’ve ever watched professional soccer with a hardcore fan, you’ve likely experienced that odd moment when your viewing partner applauds a play that, to the casual eye, seems completely innocuous. It happens once or twice each match, often when a player dwells on the
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LeBron James’ brilliance continues to stand the test of time—and then some. This year’s iteration of the Cleveland Cavaliers is living, breathing, if sometimes blundering proof. Just think: The Cavs are seven-and-a-half games back in the Eastern Conference, 3-9 over their last 12 outings, and still
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