Kenny Smith - You don't get the accolades unless you win. It took m

You don't get the accolades unless you win. It took me a while to understand. No one will remember how Kenny Smith played in Game 1 unless we win the series. The thrill is in winning.

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Smith, Kenny. Post-game interview. 1995 NBA Finals, Game 1, NBC, 7 June 1995.

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About the Author

Kenny Smith

Born: March 8, 1965
Nationality: American
Profession: Athlete

Biography

Kenneth "The Jet" Smith is an American sports commentator and former professional basketball player in the National Basketball Association (NBA). He played in the NBA from 1987 to 1997 as a member of the Sacramento Kings, Atlanta Hawks, Houston Rockets, Detroit Pistons, Orlando Magic, and Denver Nuggets. He won two NBA championships with Houston.

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