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Richard Jefferson looks into the camera on NBA Countdown.

Richard Jefferson Looked Right at the Camera After Taking a Lighthearted Shot at TNT

Richard Jefferson looks into the camera on NBA Countdown.

Richard Jefferson Looked Right at the Camera After Taking a Lighthearted Shot at TNT

Jefferson struck a blow for ESPN in 'NBA Countdown’s beef with 'Inside the NBA.'

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