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The Harlem Globetrotters — an American exhibition basketball team — have created an iconic brand by hitting hundreds of cities across the nation and around the world, one night at a time.But for the first time in their storied history, they’re hosting a residency.“People talk about the legends of the Harlem Globetrotters — Division 1, HBCUs, NBA players,” said Harlem Globetrotters President Keith Dawkins.The American Dream is a giant mall and entertainment complex in East Rutherford, New Jersey.
“This is all a part of spreading smiles and laughter, you know, trying to get them comfortable and ready for the game as well,” Porter said.Of course, most of the magic from the Harlem Globetrotters comes in the games — for everyone but the Washington Generals.RELATED STORY | This basketball magazine is mixing art with 'outlandish' sport storiesHarlem Globetrotter Jumpin Ballard said the games are more intimate with the new setup.“Everybody's like closer.
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