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Alex English is one of the most prolific scorers in NBA history. But the points he's made as a humanitarian surpass ALL his basketball records. Alex even made a movie with Jamie Lee Curtis that earned two thumbs up from Siskel & Ebert. In this episode, Thom Serafin charts Alex English's journey from the racism of South Carolina to his crusade to stop famine in Ethiopia. You'll hear why his grandmother chose "Alex" as his name, and which NBA opponent was the most formidable defender. While Lissa is on assignment, Thom gets personal with an inspiring Hall of Famer.
By Lissa Druss & Thom Serafin5
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Alex English is one of the most prolific scorers in NBA history. But the points he's made as a humanitarian surpass ALL his basketball records. Alex even made a movie with Jamie Lee Curtis that earned two thumbs up from Siskel & Ebert. In this episode, Thom Serafin charts Alex English's journey from the racism of South Carolina to his crusade to stop famine in Ethiopia. You'll hear why his grandmother chose "Alex" as his name, and which NBA opponent was the most formidable defender. While Lissa is on assignment, Thom gets personal with an inspiring Hall of Famer.

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