He was one of the most impressive players at McDonalds festivities this year. Wallace probably isnt a full-time playmaking point guard Sahvir Wheeler will handle those duties for Kentucky but hes able to hit tough shots inside the arc, attack the glass, and make a living turning defense into offense. Cissoko intrigues scouts with his solid 68 frame, passing and defensive versatility and improving shooting. Although the level of play at the tournament was down, the rangy wing averaged an eye-opening 29.3 points, 10.3 rebounds, 4.5 assists and 1.8 blocks in under 30 minutes, while shooting 66% from 2 and 17% from 3 -- and winning MVP -- in the process. Tristan Vukcevic (2003, 6-11, F/C, Partizan) is hoping to turn things around this season in Partizan, as in the past he has shown potential as a Stretch Big. As we've seen with bigs ranging from Frank Kaminsky to Moritz Wagner to Meyers Leonard, there's a role for mobile floor-spacers in the NBA. 60. 27. Youll notice the 2021 Draft list has largely been populated with pitching that generates easy-to-parse data for similar reasons. In addition to Istanbul, I also traveled to Croatia, Serbia, Italy, France, Belgium and Lithuania to conduct film session interviews and evaluate prospects. His shooting form and ability is his real intrigue, and he will need to put up efficient numbers after falling short the past couple seasons. Wembanyama has a feathery-soft touch from 3, even showing the ability to sprint out of the corner into catch-and-shoot 3s or knockdown pull-ups in a workout setting. The French player isn't nearly as polished as a prospect such as Paolo Banchero, the projected No. "Because I was skinny, I didn't like to go inside and finish.". His most projectable offensive skill is his shooting, and you'll often hear Kristaps Porzingis comparisons because of that. Jokubaitis, who told us he studies Goran Dragic closely, still needs to improve his right hand, shooting stroke and off ball defense, but his game and situational factors will earn him looks as high as the early 2nd round as a pick-and-roll combo guards who brings energy to the court. Smith is the biggest star in a loaded Arkansas recruiting class that includes fellow first round picks Jordan Walsh and Anthony Black. As is often the case with young players, Procida was on a short leash the night I evaluated him, playing six total minutes after he was sent to the bench for the rest of the game following a missed dunk and blown defensive assignment at the end of the first half. Change settings? We wrote a 2,000 word breakdown of why Wembanyama is one of the best prospects to ever hit the NBA draft. Los Angeles Lakers (via Pelicans):Tyrese Proctor (Duke, PG/SG, Freshman). NBA Academies have been launched in Canberra, Australia (NBA Global Academy); Delhi National Capital Region, India (NBA Academy India); San Luis Potos, Mexico (NBA Academy Latin America); and Saly, Senegal (NBA Academy Africa) for top prospects from their respective countries and continents. Giannis Antetokounmpo. Follow the camp using the hashtag #BWBGlobal on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram. San Antonio Spurs:Coleman Hawkins (Illinois, PF, Junior). Proctors comfort level appears to be rising, as hes starting to have more success converting off self-creation and threes. With the leagues second-worst record, the Hornets should be focused on talent over fit in the draft. 21. Jalen Duran. The 6-foot-6, 195-pound combo guard out of the NBA Africa Academy went from an unknown prospect to a highly coveted target between the G League Ignite and the Arizona Wildcats seemingly overnight. Blessed with a sturdy body, length and athleticism, Cidy Cissoko has impressed with his combination of playmaking ability and defensive potential. 23. Some, like Wembanyama, are even household names before that. Sources: Wembanyama changing teams in France, What NBA Finals runs from LeBron, Giannis can teach Jayson Tatum, Sources: Warriors eye Curry return next week, Lakers' Davis out vs. OKC with right foot injury, V. 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You could surely make the argument that big playmakers such as Cade Cunningham are more valuable than bigs in today's NBA. 44. Like Prkacin, scouts would be interested to evaluate Begarin in a setting like the NBA combine to see how he stacks up against other young wing prospects in this draft. He's well-regarded for his player-development ability and willingness to showcase young players, and that skill played a major role in Wembanyama's decision. While he's more of a gamer known for his defensive intensity at 6-6, it was good to see that his jump shot is progressing (31%) from 3 and that he's filling out his frame, somewhat resembling RJ Hampton from a physical perspective. Roko Prkacin (2002, 6-9, F, Ciboba Zagreb) knows that this season is probably his last chance to convince the scouts that he remains an NBA player. First live look at 19-year-old French guard Hugo Besson, who is putting up big numbers for Saint Quentin: 15.8 PTS and 2.7 AST in just 28.1 MIN while shooting 61% from 2 and 31% from 3. Ausar might be better right now, but theres a sense Amen could be better in the future. One team figures to see a value pick in Tshiebwe, who could provide physicality, rebounding and second-chance points in a specialist role. A new role at Illinois has helped Shannon, whos taken advantage of a green light to sell scouts on more shot-making, especially off the dribble, to complement his tools and athleticism for slashing and defense. A top prospect for the 2023 NBA Draft, Wembanyama would make his senior national team debut as France attempts to seal a World Cup berth. Victor would likely be no.1 overall in any draft year and hes a near lock to go first overall in 2023. 32. New Orleans Pelicans (via Lakers):Jett Howard (Michigan, SG/SF, Freshman). Though Doncic is the clear prototype for international perimeter prospects such as Jovic, he also studies players such as Kevin Durant, Brandon Ingram and Julius Randle. Leonard just may be too time-consuming of a project for teams to take on with a first-round pick. Indiana Pacers (via Celtics):Jordan Walsh (Arkansas, SF/PF, Freshman). Elite 2023 international prospect Thierry Darlan weighing NBA Draft, G League and college options By Travis Branham Dec 18, 1:48 PM 0 Thierry Darlan might NBA Academies have been launched in Canberra, Australia (NBA Global Academy); Delhi National Capital Region, India (NBA Academy India); San Luis Potos, Mexico (NBA Academy Latin America); and Saly, Senegal (NBA Academy Africa) for top prospects from their respective countries and continents. Now listed at 6-foot-10, Jovic finally had his breakout tournament in front of NBA scouts at the Adidas Next Generation Tournament (U18) in Belgrade in March. Hes the type of point guard who makes quick decisions as a passer, and leverages his size to see angles smaller guards would miss. Playing for Baskonias second team, Cissoko showed that he can be a playmaking wing, who can play some Pick and Roll and a versatile defender, who can guard 1-4 in the future. The final day will feature a single-elimination tournament culminating with the championship game, which will be followed by a ceremony to award the Kim Bohuny Camp MVP, the Patrick Baumann Sportsmanship Award, the Defensive MVP, and the Three-Point Champion. Newsfeed; Pro; Prospect Profiles; Rookie Tracker; Draft Picks; International Nba Centers RotoWire considers the best player values in Yahoo fantasy leagues for Tuesday night's 10 game slate. But Jovic was a prototypical late bloomer who didn't even start playing basketball seriously until he was 13, focusing instead on water polo for Serbian club Partizan while spending his summers on the seaside in Montenegro. A player that everyone will be watching every step of the way. He still fights an inconsistent follow through and has a tendency to shoot on the way down at times, but he has the touch to eventually become a reliable floor spacer. No Filip Petrusev today but looking forward to seeing 17-year-old sensation Nikola Jovic. Victor Wembanyama (2004, 7-3, F/C, Metropolitans 92) Its been almost 3 years since the world discovered Victor 2. Scouts who have made it out to Belgrade to see Filip Petrusev and other Balkan prospects in the 2021 draft are usually left raving about Jovic and his long-term potential. Shot-blocking second nature. he will make the jump over to the US and attempt to develop his game with the G League ignite in 2022-23. Detroit Pistons:Victor Wembanyama (Metropolitans 92, PF/C, 2004). 58. High energy and bouncy at 6-11, we saw Matkovic go for 21 points and 9 rebounds in 27 minutes in a loss to FMP. For the first time, the NBA, WNBA and FIBA will host a separate BWB Global camp for top high-school-age female prospects from outside the U.S. in July as part of AT&T WNBA All-Star 2023 in Las Vegas. With the stagnant development of Emoni Bates, we've also been reminded of the dangers in tabbing young prospects "the next big thing" before they produce against elite competition. Hes listed at 72, 230 pounds, with a 79 wingspan and that might be conservative. Players. Memphis Grizzles (via Timberwolves): Jaylen Clark (UCLA, SF, Junior). This is a pair of big wings with extreme open floor speed, absurd leaping ability in tight spaces, jarring standstill burst, and a level of flexibility that allows them both to get off creative plays other athletes would never think about. Hes coming in 2023, We wrote a 2,000 word breakdown of why Wembanyama is one of the best prospects to ever hit the NBA draft, His production in the G League last season, landed the nations No. He is just 12-of-59 from 3 in 21 games this season, but his 79% free throw clip is more indicative of his shooting potential. Giannis Antetokounmpo has quickly grown to become not only one of the best NBA players of the 2023 season, but one of the best players the world has ever seen. Henderson is a super explosive point guard who has drawn comparisons to prime Derrick Rose, Russell Westbrook, and John Wall for his ability to get downhill and attack the basket. * 21+ (19+ CA-ONT) (18+ NH/WY). Walker is the highest-rated recruit of the Kelvin Sampson era, and his arrival helps lift the Cougars ceiling to a national championship-level. Prkacin is trending in the right direction as a shooter this season, though, boosting his percentage from 26% to 36%. But to call Wembanyama the world's most intriguing prospect is not irresponsible or exaggerated. Aside from giving the Pistons another potential (likely) All-Star, hed also provide Detroits frontcourt with some needed inside-out offense. Although not overly quick or shifty with the ball, he's a good leaper in space with a big reach, which has resulted in his fair share of highlight dunks this season. 18-year-old Croatian forward Roko Prkacin warming up before Cibona takes on Zadar here in Zagreb. Not Nikola Jovic, the best long-term prospect other than Wembanyama I saw on my trip . While Wallaces scoring has been down, lottery teams will be valuing his versatility and defense. Hes now our top college returner in 2023. Is Mathurin sleeper pick for Kia Rookie of the Year. Despite Cibona's struggles as a club at 9-16, Prkacin is averaging 13.3 points, 6.8 rebounds, and 1.6 assists in 27.4 minutes while shooting 53% from 2 and 39% from 3 in 24 ABA League games. Thanks for reading our 2023 NBA Mock Draft. Despite his strong frame at 220, Prkacin shouldn't be expected to have an impact in an NBA game tomorrow, but he plays a highly coveted forward position, has a strong track record both on the FIBA circuit and in the Adriatic League, and ticks a lot of the boxes teams look for in an international prospect. 53. Brooklyn Nets:Oscar Tshiebwe (Kentucky, PF/C, Senior). B/R's Jonathan Wasserman finds parallels between potential top Draft prospects and current NBA players. Even if he's not a Saric prototype, Prkacin still has a strong rsum of his own. 1 recruiting class, biggest winners from this years draft combine, each in the 15-20 range of our preseason, day-after-the-draft mock, Anthony Davis unwinnable fight to save the Lakers season, Trae Young is going to soar in Quin Snyders offense, NBA Scores: Mavericks lose to Pacers, fall to 1-4 since Kyrie Irving trade, NBA Scores: Knicks knock Celtics off the top of East standings. 9. Despite lacking serious burst or strength, he makes things happen off the dribble with enough shiftiness, footwork and live-dribble vision. NEW YORK, United States of America, February 9, 2023/APO Group/ -- BWB Global Camp During NBA (www.NBA.com) All-Star 2023 in Salt Lake City, Utah; Will Bring Together Top 40 High-School-Age Prospects from 27 Countries.The National Basketball Association (NBA) and the International Basketball Federation (FIBA) today announced 37. "It's like showtime. 50. Procida also does a lot of the little things you need from role players -- regularly crashing the offensive glass for tip dunks, jumping the passing lanes for a steal or scampering back door for an easy finish. High energy guard. Raynan Dos Santos (2004, 6-4, G, Sesi Franca) is a lefty guard who plays with a fearless approach and loves to attack the basket, while has some versatility on defense. I can shoot. He still needs to improve as a defender, turn himself into a knockdown shooter, and take his ball screen reads to the next level. Smith has delivered on scouts request to improve his finishing and playmaking. The leading scorer, rebounder and shot-blocker in Frances top league, Wembanyama continues to churn out production off both outrageous wingspan-fueled plays and unprecedented creation and shot-making skill for a 74 big. Watch his FIBA highlights here: Whitmore reminds me a bit of Miles Bridges. 3. It wouldnt be shocking to see him leave early and test the waters, hoping to use the predraft process to better sell his combination of 68 size and shot-making. Here are some of the biggest themes of this draft class. The 18-year-old Begarin is averaging 12 PTS in 26 MIN while shooting 58% from 2 and 34% from 3. We weren't able to make it out to Cholet but French big man Yoan Makoundou is starting to generate some buzz in Europe with his high-flying dunks thanks to his leaping ability and huge standing reach at 6-9. The NBA Academy graduates were top 10 picks in Thursday's NBA Draft. We've been tracking his development since he made his FIBA debut at the U16 Euros B Division in Sofia, Bulgaria back in 2016. Wembanyama is an 18-year-old who is already playing in the top French pro league. Although Wembanyama missed 2 months with a stress fracture in his lower leg, he is now starting to earn first-division minutes with Nanterre, most recently registering 12 points, six rebounds and two blocks in just 14 minutes in a win over Orleans. Bleijenbergh has helped put himself on the map as a legitimate NBA prospect with his play this season, averaging 15 points, 7 rebounds and 5 assists per 40 minutes in Belgian League and EuroCup play, functioning more or less as the lead ball handler for his hometown club. Washington Wizards: Ausar Thompson (Overtime Elite, SG/SF, 2004). You can follow him onTwitter. Prkacin does a lot of things well on the floor as he's able to push in the open court, thread bounce passes through tight windows, and function as either a pick-and-pop big man or a ball screen initiator in spurts, with Cibona using him anywhere from 3 to 5. Italian with roots from Senegal, Turkey and Albania. A French phenom, a basketball paradox. With a valued archetype, hes going to earn a lot of fans for the versatility tied to his 67 size, projectable shooting stroke, passing IQ, high-level defense and toughness. G League Ignite guard Scoot Henderson will pressure Wembanyama for the top pick, but it would be stunning if he actually passed him. And everyone will be watching. Fluid athlete who can shoot it on the move: 41% from 3 on 75 attempts so far this season. No portion of NBA.com may be duplicated, redistributed or manipulated in any form. While Nanterre is his home club, Wembanyama has received interest from clubs all over the world, given his incredible talent. He would benefit from improving his shot prep, speeding up his release, and minimizing the side to side movement on his shooting motion. March 1, 2023 By Holy City Sinner By: CofC Media Did you know basketball is the third most popular sport in the world with 2.2 billion fans following soccer (3.5 billion) and cricket (2.5 billion)? If you are having difficulty accessing any content on this website, please visit our Accessibility page. Its been almost 3 years since the world discovered Victor Wembanyama. He eventually picked up basketball and moved to a small club called Sava in Belgrade, where some remember seeing him knock down 11 3s in a game with no shortage of confidence at around 6-foot-1. Listed at 62, 195 pounds, with a reported 69 wingspan, Henderson has blazing speed in transition, a wicked first step in the halfcourt, and ridiculous hops to easily finish above the rim. Whitmore lacks great length (he reportedly only has a 68 wingspan) on the defensive end, but hes going to be Villanovas biggest freshman star since at least Jalen Brunson. Despite questions about Bates athleticism and decision-making, teams may have trouble resisting his self-creation and shot-making for an instant-offense role. Kalumas inconsistency has created some hesitation from scouts, but teams should still be willing to spend a second-round pick on an athletic, 67, 225-wing with three-point range and flashes of shot-making versatility. While Josh Giddey, Alperen Sengun and Usman Garuba are the headliners and potential lottery picks in this 2021 international class, there's still quite a bit of depth behind them, including a couple of potential sleepers we evaluated overseas. Though he isnt a quick or bouncy athlete, Sensabaugh has been too productive to ignore. As Jonathan Givony reported, American-based executives were recently approved to travel abroad, if fully vaccinated, giving them the chance to see a lot of these prospects in person for the first time. I think I'm able to play at that level soon. Physically impressive at 6-6 with a 7-0 wingspan. At his best when he can get downhill to his left hand, he's also a creative passer who can both hit the roll man from different angles or fire cross-court passes to open shooters. Amen and Ausar Thompson are identical twins from Oakland who moved to Florida for high school. Skip to content NBA Draft 2023 He possesses a perfect storm of complementary scoring ingredients with 68 size, elite shot-making, athletic finishing, sound decision-making and confidence. The success of Jordan Poole, Tyrese Maxey, and Tyler Herro should be a nice boost to Smiths stock. CBS Sports is a registered trademark of CBS Broadcasting Inc. Youll get exclusive content every month and be a key part of the NBA Draft Room community. Miami Heat:Kelel Ware (Oregon, C, Freshman). Nikola urii. In the 20212023: 2 Also holds Italian citizenship. Agent Client Lists Carter has reportedly left the combine after allegations of his role in a fatal car accident. Hes made encouraging strides this season with his spot-up and pull-up shooting. We were also able to watch Italian guard Abramo Canka go through an individual workout in Lithuania. On the season, the 18-year-old Italian player is shooting 42% from 3 on 81 attempts in his first full season at the first division level, shooting the ball with confidence, even sprinting off screens or rising into pull-ups. pic.twitter.com/DHcqxEdr2x, Juhann Begarin | 6-6 wing | French | Paris Basket | 18.7 years old | 45th overall. Lefteris Mantzoukas (2003, 6-10, F, Panathinaikos) is one of the most productive players of his generation in FIBAs junior level. An effective pull-up jumper and improved free-throw stroke suggests there is hope for his three-ball. Indiana Pacers (via Heat):Arthur Kaluma (Creighton, SF, Sophomore). Lets start with size and length, skill level and feel, athleticism and versatility. NFL draft questions for teams in the top 10: Will the Colts trade up? Utah Jazz (via Timberwolves):GG Jackson II (South Carolina, PF, Freshman). Here are some names to know that we either saw play live or conducted film sessions with: Made it to Brescia, Italy to watch 6-7 Italian wing Gabriele Procida. February 28, 2023. Ausar is the better shooter and the more technically-savvy defender. Los Angeles Lakers:Terrence Shannon Jr. (Illinois, SF, Senior). Please help me keep this site going by giving your support on Patreon. 43. Hes only started scratching the surface of his immense talent over the last 12 months, and he was impressive enough on the high school All-Star circuit to warrant legitimate top-five consideration in early draft projections. Both are going to need to make major improvements to their handle. Ariel Hukporti (2002, 7-1, C, Melbourne) will try to raise his stock this season. 22. But he bounced back with a career-best 38-point outing the following week and is in the midst of a strong statistical season for Cibona in the Adriatic League. A streaky 3-point shooter and average finisher in traffic, Bleijenbergh still has questions to answer about his ability to score efficiently in the half court. New on ESPN: Meet Victor Wembanyama, the top NBA draft prospect in all of Europe. Pelicans-Trail Blazers, 10 p.m. Nets-Celtics, 7:30 p.m. 2 in 2022. Nikola Jovic | Gabriele Procida | Filip Petrusev | Roko Prkacin | Juhann Begarin | Hugo Besson | Rokas Jokubaitis | Ariel Hukporti | Abramo Canka | Vrenz Bleijenbergh | Others to watch. 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What exactly is it that Wembanyama believes is so fascinating to NBA scouts and executives? 2 Nikola Jovi Serbia (2003) Nikola is a 6-10 point-forward who has been steadily moving up draft boards and is looking like an elite talent with a Giannis tried to trash talk Jokic, KD and LeBron but ended up just complimenting them. The campers will also attend the 72nd NBA All-Star Game at Vivint Arena later that day. Read our full report on what makes Wembanyama so special here, Victor Wembanyama is one of the best NBA Draft prospects ever. Like most young prospects, he got lost off the ball defensively, was beaten off the dribble a couple of times and missed a few boxouts, but the calm demeanor, shooting touch and fluidity really stood out. Wembanyama is incredibly regimented in his approach, going through his own dynamic warm-up before the game and regularly getting up to stretch on the sidelines during live action. Even after the buzzer sounded and he registered a DNP, Wembanyama left the court with a ball in his hands, slipping it under his shooting shirt and spinning it around his torso in childlike fashion. Houston Rockets (via Bucks):Marcus Sasser (Houston, PG, Senior). 1 pick in 2022, or even Chet Holmgren, who sits at No. New prospects are starting to emerge in Jonathan Wasserman's latest two-round Mock Draft, but there's no surprise at the top spot. Jovic is intrigued by the NBA game, and with a strong 2021-22 campaign in Belgrade, could become a household name stateside as the next great Serbian prospect to stick in the NBA. This site has no affiliation with the National Basketball Association | Website by, 2022, The Deepest Draft Ever: Top Undrafted Players. Holmes hasnt added any new skill, but his tools, athleticism and motor could still translate to easy baskets and shot-blocking in a finishing, rim-running defensive role. Milwaukee Bucks:DaRon Holmes II (Dayton, C, Sophomore). But with the success of microwave scorers ranging from Tyler Herro to Jordan Clarkson in today's NBA, scouts would be wise to get familiar with Besson because of his confident shot-making ability and rapidly improving game at just 20 years old. Teams could take a chance on Beekman carving out a two-way playmaker role with his passing IQ and pesky defense. "I started playing basketball before knowing I would be 7-2. Its more than obvious that Ndiaye is years away from being ready. With Trevon Brazile out for the season, Walsh has started to capitalize on extra on-ball reps and touches. His sub-50% free throw shooting will be a red flag for analytics models. If NBA teams see the same 1-on-0 workout I did in Lithuania, Hukporti should garner interest in the top-40, especially with his willingness to take his time and first develop in the G League. Theyll be willing to bet on the flashes of dribble moves and shot-making eventually turning into sharper, more consistent creation and shooting. Specializing in drafts with top players on the NBA horizon, player profiles, scouting reports, rankings and prospective international recruits. International - African Players Top Plays of the Day, 02/28/2023 He is a talented wing with the ability to score the ball, who needs work on his decision making. Kevin Durant breaks down the potential of draft prospect Victor Wembanyama with Jamal Crawford in this edition of Crawford's Couch. They did some absolutely brilliant, confounding, and unprecedented stuff on the court. While the Spurs should prioritize drafting the best player available, their need for a shot-creator and lead guard could give Smith an edge if there isnt an obvious answer on the board. New York Knicks (via Mavericks):Gradey Dick (Kansas, SG/SF, Freshman). This year's class features a mix of talented college players and international prospects. None of the top three players on our preseason board will play college hoops next season. Made the drive from Zagreb to Belgrade for a full day of hoops in Serbia. 1. A strong two-way game in a win over Kentucky last week highlighted Jaquezs versatility to score through contact, pass and impact games with defensive toughness. 2 recruiting class at Arkansas, but we wouldnt be surprised if either of his stud freshmen teammates Anthony Black and Jordan Walsh eventually pass him on NBA boards due to their size and physicality. A guard who is. Wembanyama, a 17-year-old eligible for the 2023 NBA draft, is among the long-term international prospects who most fascinate evaluators. So often when young international prospects know a scout or talent evaluator is coming to a game, the nerves and pressure to perform are palpable. He has to work on his game. New on ESPN: Croatian forward Roko Prkacin shines as the top NBA prospect at the U16 Euros. With the college season starting, Jonathan Wasserman updates his Big Board with the top 50 2023 Draft prospects. BWB, the NBA and FIBAs global basketball development and community outreach program, has reached more than 3,900 participants from 134 countries and territories since 2001, with 105 former campers advancing to the NBA or WNBA. Among the 38 former BWB campers on opening-night NBA rosters this season(active and inactive), 23 participated in BWB Global, including Deandre Ayton (Phoenix Suns; Bahamas; BWB Global 2016), RJ Barrett (New York Knicks; Canada; BWB Global 2017), Josh Giddey (Oklahoma City Thunder; Australia; BWB Global 2020), Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (Thunder; Canada; BWB Global 2016), Rui Hachimura (Los Angeles Lakers; Japan; BWB Global 2016), Lauri Markkanen (Jazz; Finland; BWB Global 2015), Bennedict Mathurin (Indiana Pacers; Canada; BWB Global 2020) and Jamal Murray (Denver Nuggets; Canada; BWB Global 2015). Read our full report on what makes Wembanyama so special here. I can't picture myself not playing basketball. The 18-year-old is having an excellent season for Cantu in the Italian 1st division. Surprise at the U16 Euros on scouts request to improve his finishing and.. Sense Amen could be better right now, but theres a sense Amen could be better right now, it... 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