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Nickeil Alexander-Walker got to make his NBA debut with the Pelicans in his hometown. Like many of us, he also got to witness the special moment of the Raptors raising their championships banner. (snjeffblair)

Alexander-Walker is in a good spot: playing for a young, pleasantly foolish team coached by Alvin Gentry – who demurred when the NBA gave his team the option to stay in the locker-room during the ring ceremony. Instead, to a man the Pelicans stood, sat, stretched out and watched from their bench. Earlier in the day, Gentry arranged for the team to FaceTime with Williamson.

Chris Webber worked the game for TNT along with Marv Albert, and as a former first pick overall – the Orlando Magic traded him to the Golden State Warriors after selecting him in 1993 – it was interesting seeing the youth on display through his eyes.

There are 16 Canadians with guaranteed roster spots in the NBA, and Alexander-Walker – a servant for the Canadian national program – was feted during a videoboard “Hometown Heroes” feature during a timeout.

 

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