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Marvin Bagley III

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F, 6-11, Sierra Canyon, Chatsworth, Calif.

Details: Undeclared junior averaged 24.9 points, 10 rebounds and 2 blocks, leading the Trailblaze­rs to a 27-3 record. Teammates say my best qualities are: My effort and my work ethic. Greatest achievemen­t: Winning a state championsh­ip (at Corona del Sol in Tempe, Ariz.) as a freshman.

Failure I learned from: You learn from all failures, but this season didn’t end the way I wanted it to. We had a lot of great talent. It just didn’t fall our way, and we broke down toward the end of the year. Next year, I can learn from this and try to make it better. Favorite class: Songwritin­g. I like writing songs, and it helps me do that. Outside of sports, I am inspired by: My parents and Jesus. I’m likely to sing along to: False Prophets by J. Cole. Typical breakfast: I like pancakes and eggs. Just the basic stuff my mom makes. Last movie I saw: Get Out. Favorite teacher: Mrs. (Paula) Hoon for fourth grade. She taught everything. She was fun. Could play my story: Will Smith, if he grew an Afro. A year from now, I will be: Wherever God wants me to be. Biggest names on my phone: Mike Krzyzewski and John Calipari. Favorite apps on my phone: Instagram and iTunes.

 ?? JAYNE KAMIN-ONCEA, USA TODAY SPORTS ?? Marvin Bagley III enjoys his class on songwritin­g.
JAYNE KAMIN-ONCEA, USA TODAY SPORTS Marvin Bagley III enjoys his class on songwritin­g.

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