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Earl Lloyd Sports Legacy Symposium proved impactful as a virtual event - TSDMemphis.com

by Najee El-Amin - Three of the top names in the sports realm were honored during the Grizzlies 16th annual Earl Lloyd Sports Legacy Symposium. The program took place on Martin Luther King Jr. federal holiday on Jan. 18 and was held virtually due to COVID-19 protocol. This year’s awardees were NBA legend Ray Allen, […]

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