Found December 27, 2011 on Orlando Magic Daily: Yardbarker Blogger Network
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Courtney Lee misses a lot about Orlando. There were undoubtedly a lot of good memories in Lee's rookie and only season in Orlando. The team went to the NBA Finals and Lee was a (possibly goaltended) layup away from winning Game Two in Los Angeles and a tied series heading back to Orlando. One thing Lee does not miss? The mask. "Nah, I don't miss that mask at all," Lee said before Monday's game. "This organization, period, will always be special because they gave me the opportunity and a chance to come into the NBA in drafting me. As far as having the feeling right now, I'm approaching it as any other away game and just want to come in here and get a win. And get back as soon as possible to Houston." He may not miss the iconic look hewore throughout the 2009 Playoffs after Dwight Howard accidentally gave him an elbow and broke his orbital bone during a first round playoff game, but Lee is still in contact with several Magic players. He said h...
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