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Spurs retire French NBA star Parker's number in ceremony

Retired San Antonio Spurs star guard Tony Parker waves to spectators during a ceremony Monday at which the NBA club retired his number nine jersey [Courtesy]

French NBA star guard Tony Parker was given an emotional tribute Monday by the San Antonio Spurs, who retired his number nine jersey in a post-game ceremony after a loss.

Parker won four NBA titles in 17 seasons with the Spurs, joining the club in 2001 and becoming a starter as a 19-year-old European newcomer after only four games.

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