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Tom Friend has written a tremendous story about Chauncey Billups' journey from high school star in Denver to starting point guard for a Denver Nuggets team that is poised to reach the Western Conference Finals. Friend's article is lengthy but well worth reading. Click on the following link and enjoy:
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