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Fashion Glance: John Wall shows Wizards struggles and elation from the sideline

Found November 29, 2012 on Jocks and Stiletto Jill: Yardbarker Blogger Network
PLAYERS: John Wall
TEAMS: Portland Trail Blazers
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  It’s finally happened. The Wizards have won their first game of the NBA season. Following 12 straight losses, Washington beat the the Portland Trailblazers 84-82 on Wednesday night. Injured point guard John Wall was so happy about the Wizards first win that he posted this photo on his Instagram with the caption, “Bow-tie coolin [...]
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Via NorthWest Sports Beat  |  November 30, 2012
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Via CLNS Radio  |  November 30, 2012
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