We've already covered the triumphant gold medal performance from Kobe & Co. last night, but I'd be remiss if I didn't mention a special moment that happened after the final buzzer. The victorious U.S. players came over to the pay their respects to Doug Collins. It was touching, unscripted and another part of what made the night such a proud night for us at Sports Pros(e) and the rest of America.
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