The Truth About the NBA’s Fastest Security Guard

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The Truth About the NBA’s Fastest Security Guard

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Aug 16, 2023

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The NBA went crazy after a Timberwolves security guard tackled a protestor faster than anyone had seen before. There’s actually a crazy story behind how he knew when to act.

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Aug 16, 2023

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The Truth About the NBA’s Fastest Security Guard

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