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"Basically he wanted to have a physical transformation …

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"Basically he wanted to have a physical transformation so he can run forever and use his physical tools to get closer to the basket," Ndiaye said. "And then he wanted to be challenged. " Mentally, physically, spiritually.

Challenged in every way a supremely conditioned athlete who already pushes himself harder than most humans can be challenged. Pelinka listened while Ndiaye talked. He knew the type.

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