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Golden State Warriors guard Quinn Cook in the second half during an NBA basketball game against the Phoenix Suns on April 8, 2018, in Phoenix. Cook started his basketball career in Ohio, where Game 3 of the NBA Finals happens on Wednesday. Rick Scuteri/AP hide caption

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Game 3 Of The NBA Finals A Sort Of Homecoming For Golden State Warrior Quinn Cook

June 6, 2018 • The NBA Finals continue to thrill fans, but for this Warriors reserve guard, it's an extra special moment. Two years ago Cook was slogging through basketball's minor leagues.

Game 3 Of The NBA Finals A Sort Of Homecoming For Golden State Warrior Quinn Cook

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For Basketball Player Quinn Cook, A Big Step Closer To The Dream

Quinn Cook No.15 of the East Team drives to the basket during the NBA D-League All-Star Game as part of 2017 All-Star Weekend at the Mercedes-Benz Superdome on Feb. 18, 2017. Chris Marion/NBAE/Getty Images hide caption

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For Basketball Player Quinn Cook, A Big Step Closer To The Dream

February 26, 2017 • It's the first regular season call up to the NBA for the 23-year-old point guard. For the past season and-a-half, he's been playing in the D-League — pro basketball's minor league.