Shama: Sending best wishes to former Golden Gophers basketball guard Melvin Newbern as he faces health challenges.

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Newbern could ball!! Oft-overlooked on the S16/E8 squad next to Willie, Coffey, etc. but Newbern was the glue of that team.

Godspeed to him as he battles health challenges.

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Go 89/90 Gophers!!