A Quote by Kareem Abdul-Jabbar

The lifespan of most professional athletes is relatively short, and most have no preparation for doing anything after their career ends, which it could in an instant.

Kareem Abdul-Jabbar

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Kareem Abdul-Jabbar
American - Baseball Player
Born: April 16, 1947

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