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A basketball bouncing on a gym’s hardwood floor fuels a sense of Native pride almost as much as the sound of a drum does. Basketball is a way of life in Native America. How did this sport make its way into the heart of Indian Country? What does it mean to the young and old players, the fans and the communities that support them? Do you have a basketball player in the family? Did you play? Join our conversation.

Guests:

Angelo Johnson (San Carlos Apache, Tohono O’odham, Hopi) — programs and events coordinator for the Native American Basketball Invitational (NABI) Foundation

Brent Cahwee (Pawnee and Euchee) – co-founder and editor of ndnsports.com

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