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Nuggets' Jeff Green back in NBA Finals 11 years after 'God took care of' him in heart surgery

Jeff Green is headed to the NBA Finals with the Denver Nuggets more than a decade after a surgery that likely saved his life.

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Assistant coach Ryan Saunders leans on Christ as he helps Nuggets in NBA playoffs

Denver assistant coach Ryan Saunders seeks to cultivate his relationship with Christ as he helps guide the Nuggets toward the NBA Finals.

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Lonnie Walker IV credits 15-point 4th quarter to 'grace of God and a lot of hard work'

Lakers guard Lonnie Walker said his 15-point fourth quarter was made possible by the "grace of God" and hard work.

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Joe Mazzulla following 'God's plan' as he coaches Celtics in NBA playoffs

Joe Mazzulla, in his first season as head coach, has the Boston Celtics seeking an NBA Finals return with a bold faith as his foundation.

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'Believer' Steph Curry scores NBA Game 7 record 50 points to advance Golden State

Golden State is moving on after superstar Steph Curry, who describes himself as a "believer," scored a record-breaking 50 points in Game 7.

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Kings' Harrison Barnes, a 'devout Christian,' locked in playoff battle vs. former team

The Warriors, former teammates, are now opponents for Kings forward Harrison Barnes. Yet he's concerned primarily with bringing glory to God.

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Al Horford believes his 'purpose in life is to please God' as Celtics eye return to NBA Finals

Al Horford is set to again play a key role for the Celtics during their playoff run. "In every phase of my life, I see God's hand," he said.

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Aliyah Boston goes No. 1 in WNBA Draft to Indiana Fever: 'It's just a blessing from God'

Aliyah Boston became the second South Carolina player to be taken No. 1 overall in the WNBA draft. "I'm thankful, first, to God," she said.

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Andre Jackson an unsung hero for national champion UConn, gives 'all glory' to God

Andre Jackson was key in UConn winning the national championship, leading the team in assists as he aims to give God all the glory.

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'Child of God' Jasmine Carson's 1st-half barrage powers LSU to national championship

LSU's Jasmine Carson came off the bench to spark LSU to the women's NCAA national championship, and she thanked God afterward.

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SS PODCAST: Former athletic trainer Dave Ralston on his time with Michigan's 'Fab Five'

The former Michigan athletic trainer shares stories about his time with the "Fab Five" some 30 years ago.

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'Believer in Jesus' Andre Jackson is key to UConn's Final Four success

UConn's Andre Jackson mirrors his game, and his faith, after Pete Maravich. The Huskies will need Jackson's production in the Final Four.

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Darrion Trammell praising God's timing as San Diego State heads to first Final Four

After stops at two other colleges, Darrion Trammell hit the free throw that sent San Diego State to the Final Four. "It was God's timing."

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Man of 'strong faith' Rodney Terry named Texas head coach after leading team to Elite Eight

Rodney Terry was named the 26th Texas men's basketball head coach. "God is going to put you right where you're supposed to be," he's said.

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'Truly blessed' Jordan Miller leads Miami to first Final Four in program history

Jordan Miller scored 27 points to help Miami overcome Texas and reach the program's first Final Four. "It felt surreal. ...Truly blessed."

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Angel Reese leads LSU to Final Four with deepened faith: 'I've been a lot closer to God'

LSU star Angel Reese praised God for the journey that's led her from Maryland to LSU to the Final Four while strengthening her faith.

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UCLA coach Cori Close finds joy in Christ ahead of Sweet 16 matchup vs. South Carolina

UCLA women's basketball coach Cori Close stays rooted in her relationship with God as she prepares her team to face No. 1 South Carolina.

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Villanova star Maddy Siegrist puts 'faith first' as nation's leading scorer

Maddy Siegrist is the nation's leading scorer and has Villanova in the Sweet 16 while continuing to grow in her relationship with God.

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Coach Yolett McPhee-McCuin leads Ole Miss to Sweet 16, wants people to see God through her

Coach Yolett McPhee-McCuin thanked her "Lord and Savior Jesus Christ" after Ole Miss knocked off No. 1-seed Stanford to reach the Sweet 16.

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Coach Jerome Tang leads Kansas State to Sweet 16, thanks 'the good Lord'

Kansas State is headed to the Sweet 16 under first-year head coach Jerome Tang, who has given glory to God throughout the team's run.

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Florida Atlantic's Nick Boyd after game-winner vs. Memphis: 'I thank God for this moment'

Florida Atlantic guard Nick Boyd gave all the glory to God after his last-second layup gave the program its fist NCAA Tournament win.

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