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76ers Surprise Autistic Boy With Replacement Basketball Hoop

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23 Sep 2011 34 views
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76ers Surprise Autistic Boy With Replacement Basketball Hoop
When the Philadelphia 76ers heard the news story on TV about an autistic boy in Mt. Airy who had his basketball hoop stolen, they sprang into action to replace the hoop, and more.

When the Philadelphia 76ers heard the news story on TV about an autistic boy in Mt. Airy who had his basketball hoop stolen, they sprang into action to replace the hoop, and more.

They also hung a large 76ers banner on the garage, brought gifts like a hat, headband, sneakers and a jersey.

(WATCH the video below, or the story at CBS-Philly)

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