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Former Bulls Star Horace Grant Takes Firm Stance on Rooting for NBA Nephew

Former Bulls Star Horace Grant Takes Firm Stance on Rooting for NBA Nephew

Summary

Horace Grant, a notable former Chicago Bulls player, now works as a special advisor for the team. He supports his nephew, Jerami Grant, a player for the Portland Trail Blazers, but hopes his nephew's performance will not outshine the Bulls. Jerami has played for multiple NBA teams and is now a leading player for the Trail Blazers.

Key Facts

  • Horace Grant played for the Chicago Bulls and won three championships in the early 1990s.
  • He is now a special advisor for the Bulls.
  • His nephew, Jerami Grant, plays for the Portland Trail Blazers.
  • Jerami averages 19.5 points per game for Portland.
  • Horace supports Jerami but wants the Bulls to win when they play against each other.
  • Portland Trail Blazers face injury challenges with key players missing games.
  • Jerami is considered a modern player with skills fitting today's NBA, unlike Horace's era, where 3-point shooting was less common for big men.

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