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From lowlight shows to highlight shows: Warriors saved JaVale's career

The unlikeliest star of this NBA postseason could not and should not be blamed if he wakes up each morning blowing kisses toward his suddenly charmed life. JaVale McGee has, in the span of seven months, been transported from the bottom of leagues recycling bin to the top of its penthouse. Formerly the unwitting class clown of the NBA, a man who drew eye rolls on sight, McGee, all 7 feet of him, is a bona fide April star.