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What did John Wooden say about the New York Rens' style of team play?

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John Wooden, a legendary basketball coach and player who competed against the New York Rens, held their style of play in the highest regard. He stated: "They were the finest exponents of team play I have ever seen…to this day I have never seen a team play better team basketball."1