Kenny George, the 7’9 behemouth of UNC-Asheville, isn’t so much a human highlight reel as he is an incredibly unique specimen who happens to be extremely compelling on video and in person. As I said, George is 7’9. News of a serious foot injury had spread for the last month, but the truth about George’s foot is worse: part of George’s foot has been amputated, and his basketball career appears to be over, according to the Asheville Citizen-Times.
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↵Of course, George’s fame wasn’t necessarily tied to success. The most infamous highlight of Kenny’s career comes with the giant’s head hanging after this jam by Tyler “Psycho T” Hansbrough.
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R.I.P. New Kenny George Highlights
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↵George seems like a well-rounded cat with a good support system. Losing basketball is awful, but losing the foot is worse. Here’s to hoping he gets healthy and leads a personally fulfilling life that doesn’t involve insane(ly dorky) white kids dunking on him.↵
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