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During a late June workout, Duncan Robinson was focused on the speed of his shot release. As a veteran NBA sharpshooter, the ability to get his jumper off quickly is vital for Robinson. Before he ...

Haywoode Workman was one of a few of NBA players who later became NBA referees. Rocky Widner / Getty Images For Haywoode Workman, the idea began forming in his mind when listening to his fellow ...