DeAndre Liggins is out to put British basketball on the map after taking inspiration from former team-mate LeBron James. Just a few years ago, Liggins was playing a supporting role as James led the Cleveland Cavaliers to the NBA Championship.
The defensive specialist played 61 games for the Cavs in 2016/17 and also spent time alongside Kevin Durant at the Oklahoma City Thunder earlier in his career.
Now, Liggins heads to the London Lions as the man tasked with spearheading their first foray into the Champions League. Liggins’ goal is simple - to make his mark and leave a lasting legacy on the sport he loves on this side of the pond.
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