LSU's First Black Player Revels in Legacy's Growth (Washington Post)

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    Thirty-five years ago, the Louisiana governor persuaded Collis Temple Jr. to play basketball at Louisiana State University. After Temple enrolled at LSU, the National Guard had to protect the Tigers' first African American player from the threats of segregationists. But if Temple ever doubted the...

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