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The basketball sleeve, now ubiquitous in the NBA, began as a medical device for Allen Iverson’s elbow injury but evolved into a powerful symbol of cultural rebellion, race, and self-expression in professional sports. Its journey reflects the NBA’s fraught relationship with Black identity,
The basketball sleeve, now ubiquitous in the NBA, began as a medical device for Allen Iverson’s elbow injury but evolved into a powerful symbol of cultural rebellion, race, and self-expression in professional sports. Its journey reflects the NBA’s fraught relationship with Black identity,
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Guest
R
Ramtin Arablouei
narrative on 99% Invisible
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Books, people, and resources mentioned in this episode.
People
Allen IversonRamtin ArabloueiDavid SternLenny CurrierMichael JordanTeresa Runstedler
Books
Black Ballby Teresa Runstedler
Companies
Under Armour
Topics
American HistoryHip HopLong Form JournalismNbaRacial Justice
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