Meet the Texas native who beat the odds and is trying to help Japan's 3x3 basketball team do the same
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Ira Brown shares fun memories of playing in the Philippines, Iran and against Korea - FIBA Asia Cup 2022 - FIBA.basketball
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Ota-City General Gymnasium, Tokyo, Japan. 17th Sep, 2018. Ira Brown (JPN), SEPTEMBER 17, 2018 - Basketball : FIBA World Cup 2019 Asian Qualifier Second Round match between Japan 70-56 Iran at Ota-City
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How An American Athlete Found Home In Japan And An Olympic Chance : Live Updates: The Tokyo Olympics : NPR
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How An American Athlete Found Home In Japan And An Olympic Chance : Live Updates: The Tokyo Olympics : NPR
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