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    A seamless fit so far for Mike Karena

    A seamless fit so far for Mike Karena


    The Kiwi forward has signed with the South East Melbourne Phoenix in the Australian national basketball league as an injury replacement, joining only a week ahead of their season-opener against Adelaide last weekend.

    He admits the integration process has been smoother than expected.



    BASKETBALL COVERAGE WITH BURGER KING'S NEW SPICY CHICKEN TENDERS...TO SPICE UP YOUR SNACK GAME

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