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Nazr’s first Charlotte start
Nazr Mohammed made his first start for the Bobcats , and it was a good one: 17 points (7-13 shooting), eight rebounds and three blocks in a win over the Jazz. His scoring was likely boosted by an off night by Emeka Okafor, but I’m guessing Nazr ends up working out well for the Bobcats.
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