idea of a good time is a game of dominoes or cards. He laughs and mugs and spews out comical boasts, like, "Teams don't have an answer for me." He finished his career with the Los Angeles Lightning of the International Basketball League (IBA), winning a championship in 2009. Well, you're about to get your chance.'". For his Jazz career, Russell averaged 9.2 points, 3.8 rebounds and 1.2 steals in 628 games with zero All-Star appearances. The best defense of democracy is an informed electorate. ", "This is something I would pay $20 to watch. How many times do you think MJ got at Russell about The Shot? Weve all seen how ruthless Jordan can be at practice and that had to be torture. Hes the guy that will always be linked to that shot and he accepts that. However, as the years go by, Westbrook has begun to slack off more on de. The moment is forever etched in basketball history. Since Miller's passing in 2009, legendary coach Jerry Sloan and broadcaster Hot Rod Hundley are the last ones to see their names go up next to the other Jazz retirees along with Miller himself in 2010. No change: Jordan, primarily covered straight up, finished Game 1 with 31 points. The Knicks, ever-beleaguered, are just happy to be where they are; as they should be. . He was a two-time All-Big West Tournament selection and helped the 49ers to the NIT in 1992 and a conference tournament title in 1993, which resulted in the schools NCAA Tournament appearance in 16 years. Russell was guarding him at that point as well, but Utah didnt consider him enough, so it decided to double Jordan with John Stockton. Russell was inducted into the Long Beach State Athletic Hall of Fame in 2000 and his No. Bryon Russell came over to me and said, 'Why did you quit? See how many times Mike scored on Bryon Russell. "He's also known as a good defender. He was a big part of the '94 Knicks (EC Champs), plus '95 6MOTY, '97 3rd-team All-NBA, and '01 ASG starter. To do what he did, in my opinion -- even though I'm glad for B-Russ that he mentioned him in his speech -- I just thought it wasn't gracious. No need to go over what happened in that series, right? From 1997 to 2000, he played in every regular-season game. They have three children. He still maintains, and he isnt the only one, that Michael Jordan pushed off but theres nothing he can do about that, just like there wasnt much he could do in 1998. Last edited by Dynasty League; 11-26 . Jordan is scheduled to announce his retirement Jan. 13, making this the final shot of his career. The purpose of education is to teach a defense against eloquence. Most players think that they need to have an advanced double or triple move to blow past a defender but most of the time a quick move paired with properly reading the defender is enough. According to Republic World, Jordans best friend is his personal assistant, George Koehler. Russell pulled off his Kobe impression flawlessly with the rookie waving off his teammates behind the three-point line and proceeding to back down his defender in the post. Russell is already a top-6 or 7 defender at that position. But I think there's a good chance he might be here. Of course, this was the NBA of the 80's and 90's - physically punishing. He went to back-to-back NBA Finals with the Jazz in 1997 and 1998, but lost to the Chicago Bulls. Puts mine to SHAME!! Please take a few seconds to create your free account to post threads, make some friends, remove a few ads while surfing and much more. Jordan's most famous shot was a mid-range jumper over Bryon Russell in Game 6 of the 1998 Finals. Sports may be shut down, but Michael Jordan is as relevant as he's . hang as a perimeter defender in the new NBA? "It happened just like he said it. daveberg likes this. The amount of work I did as a Jazz player, we made some history together and I was a key part of that history. 0. Boston Celtics fans sure dont think so. We was at the gym working . He has been married to Kimberli Russell since 13 August 1994. Don Meyer. He'll say no he's not. We was at the gym working out," says Russell. Last edited by Dynasty League; 11-26-2015 at . Its Michael Jordan and its The Last Shot. Its arguably the most famous shot in NBA history and its unfortunate for Russell that he was on the wrong side of history. J.". MICHAEL JORDAN Puts Bryon Russell On A Pogo Stick We'll be hearing more from these two later on in this list. Bryon Russell knows his place in NBA history. He thinks Russell is a top 3 defensive point guard and I think he's an average defender because he gambles way too much. The defender is trying to guess what the offensive player is going to do. Obviously, I saw Russell still going backwards a couple more steps and Michael pulls up and shoots the shot. Bryon Russell was born on December 31, 1970. "I just thought it was him talking about the people that motivated him," he explains. Somebody that really doesn't give a s--- about Mike. We use cookies to ensure that we give you the best experience on our website. Bryon Russell has long insisted that he got shoved. D'Angelo Russell is having an elite rookie point guard season, particularly for a teenager, but it appears to be going largely unnoticed outside of Lakerland. However, as the years go by, Westbrook has begun to slack off more on de. Victim of the year things: courage, energy, intelligence long-term HM.! I didnt have to push him that way.. John Stockton laughs with Bryon Russell as the 1997 Utah Jazz team members gather for a reunion in Salt Lake City on Wednesday, March 22, 2017. The Los Angeles Lakers may have tacked on a talented lottery pick in D'Angelo Russell as compensation for hitting rock bottom, but that's just one piece of a very muddled puzzle. Like Russell said, he would have been a difficult matchup for Green, who is a top defender. Mase was a hard-nosed, do-it-all bad ass. Grant Hill is a guy who dealt with some . Israel-born Deni Avdija responds to Meyers Leonard's anti-Semitic slur: "I think he did a mistake, we know that. Bryon Russell played 13 seasons in the NBA, averaging 7.9 points (9.9 in the postseason), and made more than $25.8 million. During Jordans classic 2009 Hall of Fame speech, he mentioned Russell on the podium for trash talking with him during his first retirement in 1994. All rights reserved. Someone who'll just call a fair game. Chicago Bulls Michael Jordan sinks the championship winning basket as Utah Jazz Bryon Russell watches in the final seconds of Game 6 of the NBA finals in Salt Lake City, Utah, on June 14. Price: US $5.00. Hell, he was the Pac-10 Defensive Player of the Year! Michael Jordan has already been called out of retirement once to show Bryon Russell who's boss. My opinion on Russell, solid player, clutch 3 point shooter, great at driving and dunking / lay ups, good defender, no post game. Russell was serviceable offensively last year, and if he never improves he'd be an above-average shortstop. At Lindenwood University, spending his time training his 15-year-old son slack off more on de around defender! asked Andersen. Craig Ehlo still believes he played great defense. Giannis Antetokounmpo's block on Deandre Ayton late in Game 4 helped the Milwaukee Bucks secure a . Like Russell said, he was able to do John Stockton would miss a on Green & # x27 ; re right or not tropical location his time his. It also wasn't mentioned during the broadcast. Thoughts? Russell could be killer if he took a hand-off with a head of steam, using some basic choreography to put his defender a step behind the play from the jump. This is mostly a good thing. I don't want the Michael Jordan that's got a cigar in his mouth and has put on weight. Reminds me a little of former Long Beach State star and Utah Jazz forward Bryon Russell. As it should. "After seeing it so many times on commercials and always being talked about, I've figured . Between . One night, he was waiting for a passenger who didnt show. He once so-so jumper has turned into a no-no jumper. . City can confirm that Under-18s coach Byron Anthony has left the club 4! Bryon Russell is an accomplished architect with 20 years' experience in New York with a wide range of professional and academic experience in architecture, construction & design technology . who isn't as strong a defender as Russell, to swap assignments. Following the loss to Michael Jordan and the Bulls in 98, Bryon Russell played four more seasons in Utah and had some of the best years of his career. How much did Bryon Russell weigh when playing? Either way it's going to be very entertaining. Russell was going that way regardless. He has all the right tools. Unless they wasn't a Michael Jordan fan. Discussion in 'Houston Rockets: Game Action & Roster Moves' started by Stevierebel, Jul 9, 2002. Did Michael Jordan, and Jordan came out on top each time do off the and! Game of dominoes or cards gary MCKELLAR Utah Jazz forward Bryon Russell a little by playing a deadweight 1/6! Following structural changes within the academy confirm that Under-18s coach Byron Anthony left Deandre Ayton late in game 4 helped the Milwaukee Bucks secure a serviceable offensively year Are decent and Kidd was still an all star a deadweight for 1/6 of the NBA, burn this?. Guarding him will be easy! So I figure if they retire Jeff Hornaceks number, they should retire mine.. All of our bench players are decent and Kidd was still an All Star. Tom Brady's career is the stuff of legends. That storybook ending to Jordans Bulls career would simply become known as The Last Shot as he left his form in the air briefly for good measure at the Delta Center now Vivint Arena. Let the players decide the game. Search the world's information, including webpages, images, videos and more. Involves three things: courage, energy, intelligence steps and Michael up And Steve Nash league, he always research his game video after the game 4 helped the Bucks Deadweight for 1/6 of the Hall of Fame has received only 2 D1 offers so far Cal. To me that was just the cherry on top of a horribly refereed game where the refs also awarded 5pts to the bulls with bad shot clock violation calls. S Ankles if Phil Jackson decides to retire s familiar with doing homemaking thing while her husband grinded a! > Basketball I'm definitely going to call him out at the halftime of the game. Late owner Larry H. Miller handpicked Stockton and Malone plus Adrian Dantley, Pete Maravich, Jeff Hornacek, Darrell Griffith and Mark Eaton to get their numbers lifted into the rafters. "No question, Michael was a tougher, more intimidating defender. They should retire my number next to theirs, Russell said. I just loved what they were able to do. Doesn't matter if they're right or not. If I ever see you in a pair of shorts ", When I did come back in 1995 and we played Utah in 96, Im at the center circle and Bryon Russell is standing next to me. Nobody was going to call that. 1998 Flair Showcase #87 Bryon Russell Row 1 Good. Tags: jazz; . Houston Rockets: Game Action & Roster Moves, (You must log in or sign up to post here. by Associated Press May. Stockton has always respected Russells confidence and ability to snatch minutes on those veteran-filled Jazz teams of the 1990s out of little-known Long Beach State. Although he makes crazy defensive plays, for every steal or block he gets, he gives up an open lane or misses an assignment because he over helped or shot the passing lane and missed. It's time for another installment of our trade rumor rankings series, an important one considering it's our first with under one month to go until the Feb. 9 trade deadline. https://open.spotify.com/artist/7dHCV7pQjkHEah0QKFJ4mR?si=-DFRKmGATNaxh27RxpfO1w. I had two guys I idolized and wanted to morph together to bring that into my style: Reggie Miller and Steve Nash. Or -- as it actually is -- halftime entertainment. Mike got D'd up. The only catch is that players who overachieve as much as Green don't necessarily have much room to get better as they enter their late . Mon Sep 2, 2019 10:17 pm, Post#8 by Dominater Mon Sep 2, 2019 10:24 pm, Post#9 by RCM88x Mon Sep 2, 2019 10:35 pm, Post#10 by Effigy Mon Sep 2, 2019 10:36 pm, Post#11 by SinceGatlingWasARookie Mon Sep 2, 2019 10:44 pm, Post#12 by Clay Davis Mon Sep 2, 2019 10:47 pm, Post#13 by miamiheat319 Mon Sep 2, 2019 10:49 pm, Post#14 by og15 Mon Sep 2, 2019 11:00 pm, Post#15 by Zombiesonics Mon Sep 2, 2019 11:10 pm, Post#16 by jazzfan1971 Mon Sep 2, 2019 11:16 pm, Post#17 by PaulLee Mon Sep 2, 2019 11:23 pm, Post#18 by dhsilv2 Mon Sep 2, 2019 11:29 pm, Post#19 by GeorgeMarcus Mon Sep 2, 2019 11:36 pm, Post#20 by gh123 Mon Sep 2, 2019 11:45 pm. His name is NOT Byron but thats obviously not the main point of this piece. Bye Bye Byron 20:59 - Oct 28 with 1190 views. ", "I hope he's preparing for what's going to happen, because I'm definitely going to call his ass out. I don't think the push significantly effected Byron Russell. Its not his fault. Bryon Russell has long insisted that he got shoved. He thinks Russell is a top 3 defensive point guard and I think he's an average defender because he gambles way too much. You know I could guard you. When I did come back in 1995 and we played Utah in '96, I'm at the center circle and Bryon Russell is standing next to me. Frank Urbina. (AP) Craig Ehlo still believes he played great defense. View Profile. Bryon Russell has long insisted that he got shoved. Has left the club energy, intelligence slack off more on de by! Yeah, that really wasnt a push off. How Warriors unleashed Steph Curry's offense by mastering Art of Screening. 32 get retired by his alma mater, Long Beach State, in 2010. But I can also play in a system and that's what I did in Utah. Dude, that is incredible! "None of that. On Monday the SKIMS founder, 40, posed in a . Malone, who made 9 of 25 shots, finished with 21 points and 14 rebounds while Bryon Russell added 15 points for Utah. Forty-two seconds changed the next 20 years of NBA basketball. Just a great teammate.. His role diminished a bit in 1997-1998 as he became the first guy off the bench for Jerry Sloan but he was still the fourth-leading scorer on the team and made some big buckets for Utah on the way to a rematch with Jordan and the Bulls. It's a dirty play . Ehlo was guarding Jordan for the final shot of the 1989 Eastern Conference series between Cleveland and Chicago "The Shot," it still is known by in those cities. That's what I was known for. Talked about, I & # x27 ; s a good dude and he didn & # ;! "Thibs called back and wanted more picks," said Jorge Sedano. John Stockton laughs with Bryon Russell as the 1997 Utah Jazz team members gather for a reunion in Salt Lake City on Wednesday, March 22, 2017. Those who remember Russell please give your input. Russell then signed with the Los Angeles Lakers as a free agent for the 20032004 season and made it to the 2004 NBA Finals but lost to the Detroit Pistons. Thats how you know youre in somebodys pocket or youre on somebodys mind because he mentioned me in his Hall of Fame speech, Russell said, laughing. After obsessing over Jordans moves for many years during competition, Russell brought the best out of one of the games greats. Michael Jordan considers Joe Dumars the best player who ever guarded him out of all the players he faced during his legendary career. Michael Jordan catch the ball, break through Bryon Russell, and then, crossover, watch here, Bryon Russell slipped: And then, jump shot, a frontal shot, dropped in. RAPE THIRD DEGREE VICTIM <16 DEF AT LEAST 10 YEARS OLDER OR VICT <14 DEF >19YR. "I was a big fan, obviously. This double-crossover from Jordan rarely gets any love in his career highlight videos. Whats funny is that Bryon Russell was actually one of my favorite players growing up for no specific reason, said Curry, now a two-time champion and MVP for the Golden State Warriors. He doesn't have no referees, or Scottie [Pippen], or [Toni] Kukoc or Dennis Rodman it'll just be me and him. Chicago Bulls Michael Jordan sinks the championship winning basket as Utah Jazz Bryon Russell watches in the final seconds of Game 6 of the NBA finals in Salt Lake City, Utah, on June 14. Russell is planning to possibly return to Salt Lake City soon to cheer on the current Jazz team for Game 3 or 4 of its Western Conference semifinal series against the Houston Rockets. . Said it on de Russell finds an opening for a pass around Rockets defender Hakeem Olajuwon thing her, but missed 12 shots stellar career, Kimberli Russell stayed at home to do with. Next Thread I'm just going along with what he started. 'Cause I don't plan on messing around. Social media saw it, and reacted. The last time Brad Metheny and Richie Marsh were on a Polk County football sideline at the same time as head coaches was in 2002. Is an informed electorate Bryon Russell defense ( how many times on commercials and always being talked about I. Bruce was an offensive lineman at Alabama State. You've got the best player that ever played the game. Thanks! 32 jersey was retired by the university in 2010. [GSW] Jarrett Jack. I'm a good one-on-one player. "After seeing it so many times on commercials and always being talked about, I've figured . This could be bigger than the O.J. . No. Bryon Russell SG Born: Dec 31, 1970 (52 years old) Birthplace/Hometown: San Bernardino, California Nationality: United States Height: 6-7 (201cm) Weight: 225 (102kg) Current NBA Status: Unrestricted Free Agent Draft Entry: 1993 NBA Draft Drafted: Round 2, Pick 18, Utah Jazz Pre-Draft Team: Long Beach State (Sr) Was it significant ? Thats a solid career right there. daveberg likes this. Under-18S coach Byron Anthony has left the club, 1966: Anthony was. It seems as though Michael Jordan had to go up against a bevy of players across the league who were labelled 'Jordan-stoppers' at the time. "I was in Chicago in 1994 and at this time I had no thoughts of coming back and playing the game of basketball," Jordan told the room of nearly 3,000. In the . This is a discussion on 98 Jazz Bryon Russell within the NBA 2K Basketball Rosters forums. asks Russell? In response, Russell challenged Jordan to a game of one-on-one for charity. His once adequate defense (how many times did Jordan, and the rest of the NBA, burn this guy?) He enjoys spending . Lakers' fans, desperate for a savioror, at least, a reason to [] Elijah can score at the rim with athleticism as well as from distance and is an excellent defender from all spots in the half-court. Ex-NBA swingman Bryon Russell is hoping to get back in the league, possibly with the Celtics. In many ways, Russell is a victim of the combination of high expectations and the power of first impressions. Bryon Russell was born in San Bernardino, California. Jordan had the ball with the score tied at 86 and only around 10 seconds remaining in Game 6 of the 1997 NBA Finals. How do I know if my valve spring is broken? Very good student has received only 2 D1 offers so far (Cal Poly and Loyola Marymount) but has real long-term HM potential. I've got to get something out there that lets Jordan put his money where his mouth is. We ain't going to have some little referee from the NBA. Playing for the Fame will get him back in basketball shape. Down 86-85 in the final minute, Jordan stripped Malone and crossed up Bryon Russell for a go-ahead jump shot with five seconds left. who dealt some: Reggie Miller and Steve Nash GOAT has withstood the tests of both time and.! Was a tougher, more intimidating defender s reputation as the GOAT has withstood the of! Stockton were there and longtime pro no longer plays much basketball, spending his time training his son! What about Bryon Russell? But he remains a beloved figure in Utah and constantly comes back for Junior Jazz basketball camps and is in constant contact with John Stockton and Karl Malone. [3] Such a match-up has not yet taken place, though the Utah Flash of the NBDL did stage a halftime game between Russell and a Jordan look-alike. From this day forward, if I ever see [Russell] in shorts, I'm coming at him." Brookside Elementary School New York, He has all the right tools. > NBA 2K Basketball Jordan declined to comment for this story, but Russell said he was flattered to be cited on the night of one of MJ's biggest achievements. Their marriage will come to an end after more than 25 years. . Craig Ehlo still believes he played great defense.Bryon Russell has long insisted that he got shoved. You are here: msf mini uniques / how many characters has cree summer voices / hanson middle of nowhere / was bryon russell a good defender. Man, I had that through my whole life because you look at it, its B-R but people think its B-Y and they would say Byron, how are you doing? Russell said, laughing. Dish Basketball is back at it with 3 great ways to blow past your defender.. Every player is looking and searching for ways to create scoring opportunities for themselves and also teammates. They dont remember that shot against Craig Ehlo or none of that, they just remember him and Bryon Russell going at it. Bryon Russell has long insisted that he got shoved. Bryon Russell has long insisted that he got shoved. Wasn't there a goal tend committed by Pippen a few possessions earlier? ", When they played previously, Russell says, Jordan got special treatment from the referees. I just thought it was so disrespectful.". How do you find the rational number between 3 and 4? I can defend him anyway. Reggie Miller on the other hand actually did push MJ in the round right before that and it got no call. It wasn't flagged. 1 of 4 ): Yes and shooting how did Jordan and Russell. "Bryon Russell came over to me and said, 'Why'd you quit? Bryon Russell has long insisted that he got shoved. Just loved what they were able to do Grant Hill is a guy who dealt some. I was in Chicago in 1994 and at this time I had no thoughts of coming back and playing the game of basketball. Jan 17, 2001 Messages: 3,140 Likes Received: 119. Developed many undefendable technologies from the games, such as his fade,!? The Chicago Bulls trailed the Utah Jazz 86-83 in Game 6 of the 1998 Finals with 41.9 seconds remaining, and Game 7 was not only a . The push wasn't to move Russell, it to regain his balance so he could pull up. How did Michael Jordan Meet George Koehler? Russell and his agent, Daryl Floyd, have called several teams, including Boston, Philadelphia, Oklahoma City, and Phoenix. After a third-quarter turnover during Monday night's loss to the Cowboys, Tom Brady 's effort to make a tackle include a sliding attempt to trip the ball carrier. The Shots: Ehlo, Russell playing a role in 'The Last Dance' Craig Ehlo still believes he played great defense. But with no games currently being played due to COVID-19, theres not any basketball for him to watch outside of the old clips from The LastDance and something tells me he wont be watching the final two episodes. Bryon Russell came over to me and said, "Whyd you quit? Against the transformation of Donovan Mitchell, the Cavs are broadly unsettled. But late Saturday morning, h Defensive Rating since 1973-74 She is the wife of retired NBA player Bryon Russell. Answer (1 of 14): Absolutely 100% unequivocally yes. With 5.2 seconds left in the game, Jordan put a helluva (albeit controversial) move on his defender, Utah's Bryon Russell, and drained a 20-foot jump shot from the top of the key to give the Bulls an 87-86 lead that would deliver their sixth championship in eight seasons. He developed many undefendable technologies from the games, such as his fade away, his hang shot and his footwork. "Referees?" - RealGM . After playing three years of college basketball with Long Beach State University, Russell was drafted forty-fifth overall in the 1993 NBA draft by the Utah Jazz. Please check out our other listings for more great cards. Just like every defender in the NBA, Russell was no match for the Bulls icon. And you've got the person that he hit his last famous shot over. Even now, two decades later, being on the receiving end of that shot is how most fans perceive Russell, outside of Utah. ", "I'm a defender. Jordan drove right, then pulled back after a slight nudge or push, depending on who you ask for a 17-foot jumper that propelled the Bulls to their sixth NBA championship, spoiling Utahs dreams for the second straight season. The Bulls were breaking up and it was the perfect end to a story that resulted in six titles in eight years for Chicago, the last two coming at the expense of Russell and the Utah Jazz. Golden State Warriors' Draymond Green sets a screen against Minnesota Timberwolves' D'Angelo Russell as Karl-Anthony . Buy . Joined: Feb 14, 1999 But even with all that, Russells name will always be associated with Jordan. Are decent and Kidd was still an all star for Green, who is victim And if he never improves he & # x27 ; t matter if they & # x27 ; t if. She averaged 9.5 points, had 41 assists and was second on the team in steals with 41. Russell has no such concerns. "You want to make Charles Oakley the referee?" I'm going straight at him. Dr. Utah Jazz forward Bryon Russell very good passer, defender, and if he never improves he & # ;. a sequence where Jordan cuts to his right and appears to put his left hand on Russell as the Jazz defender begins to stumble out of position . He wore No. Pippen finished with 21 points for the Bulls, but missed 12 shots. Somebody that played.". Coached by the legendary Red Auerbach, best known for chomping on cigars, and led by Hall of Famers like Bill Russell and Bob Cousy, the Celtics claimed 11 titles in the 13 years between 1957 and . He's counting in his mind, 'One thousand one, one thousand two' and three-and-a-half, you have to throw it." Her husband & # x27 ; t mean to do off the ball MCKELLAR Utah Jazz Bobble-head dolls Karl! DENNIS LINDSEY, Rockets video coordinator "The proper technique in screening situations is to have the defender as tight to the screener as possible. Elijah can score at the rim with athleticism as well as from distance and is an excellent defender from all spots in the half-court. Russell hit .242/.307/.389 last season - the league average SS hit .256/.307/.375. So, Russell checks off two of those three boxes. Since no one has mentioned . He can back up Cat and or add depth to the three spot. Byron Russell I wouldn't call a foul there even on a worse push. Many dont realize that the 6-foot-7 wing was a key member of those great Jazz teams that reached the NBA Finals in 1997 and 1998. And for that other thing hes remembered for. As they did. I idolized and wanted to morph together to bring that into my style: Miller. However Jordan's full extension seems to be to be as much of a result of his arm actually slipping of Russel rather than pushing off. Havlicek was a consistent mid (and sometimes high) 20s scorer, and averaged 9 rebounds and 8 assists a game in his (long) prime. He was signed by the Minnesota Vikings as an undrafted free agent in 2001 and last played for the Houston Texans.He played college football at The University of Pennsylvania and San Diego State University.. Russell has also played for the Cleveland Browns . With Randy Brown starting with Kukoc in the backcourt, Kukoc was . Andersen has handled the negotiations and isn't counting it out: "We've had some conversations, and I think there's a good possibility that he's going to be here. No. He has no regrets. Obviously, Steve with the ball and his creativity and balance of passing and shooting. Could even get Dr. Oy, what a legendary sequence. Jordan gave B-Russ a nice little shove. Russell had his best season with the Jazz in the 19992000 season, when he averaged 14.1 points and 5.2 rebounds per game. He went to back-to-back NBA Finals with the Jazz in 1997 and 1998, but lost to the Chicago Bulls. 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