Here’s the St. Paul Pioneer Press reporting on Timberwolves dunking phenom Zach LaVine, who wants you to know that he’s… more than a dunking phenom:
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There’s no question LaVine loves to dunk — and his above-the-rim highlights have made him a fan favorite all over the world, including China, where he ran an event this summer.
But the 6-foot-5 high flier could be the Wolves’ starting shooting guard this season because he’s more than just a dunker.
“People put a label on me that I’m just a driver, but coming out of high school I was a good shooter,” LaVine said.
“I was second in UCLA history for threes put up and made as a freshman. So I don’t know why people say I can’t shoot the ball for. I feel like I’ve always been able to shoot the ball.”
