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Ready and Willing

By Jerry Bembry

Tuesday, July 23, 2002

A host of GMs and scouts showed up at the RDV Sportsplex in Orlando, but William Avery -- eager to audition for them -- remained planted on the bench. Despite the DNP-CD in the Orlando Pro League game, the former Duke star left the gym with a smile and a promise: "Come back tomorrow, and I won't disappoint you." Avery was as good as his word. The next day, he dropped in 25 points, nailing 5 of 5 from downtown. It was an important step for Avery, who's looking for a job this summer after Minn ...

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