Jeremy Lin

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Guard Jeremy Lin (17) created a global sensation after he was called up from the developmental league in December. He signed a three-year, $25 million deal with Houston, where he will wear No. 7. (Associated Press)

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New York Knicks guard Jeremy Lin averaged 14.6 points and 6.2 assists last season. Among his highlights were a 38-point effort against the Lakers and a 28-point performance against the Mavericks. (Associated Press)

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FILE - In this March 12, 2012, file photo, New York Knicks guard Jeremy Lin sits on the bench during the first half of an NBA basketball game against the Chicago Bulls in Chicago. Lin is having left knee surgery and will miss six weeks, likely ending his amazing breakthrough season. The team said Saturday, March 31, 2012, the point guard had an MRI exam this week that revealed a small, chronic meniscus tear. (AP Photo/Charles Rex Arbogast, File)

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Fans watch from a sports bar in Taipei, Taiwan, as Jeremy Lin scored 26 points in New York's 89-85 loss to New Orleans on Saturday. (Associated Press)

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New York Knicks guard Jeremy Lin, an instant sensation since coming off the bench to score 25 points Feb. 4, has gained followers worldwide. (Associated Press)

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New York Knicks' Jeremy Lin drives past New Orleans Hornets' Jarrett Jack (2) and Trevor Ariza (1) during the first half Friday, Feb. 17, 2012, in New York. (AP Photo/Frank Franklin II)

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Fans of NBA Knicks' Taiwanese-American Jeremy Lin watch him play against the Sacramento Kings at a local sports bar in Taipei, Taiwan, Thursday, Feb. 16, 2012. (AP Photo/Wally Santana)

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New York Knicks guard Jeremy Lin celebrates with teammate Tyson Chandler after his game-winning 3-pointer in the final seconds of the Knicks' 90-87 road win over Toronto Raptors on Feb. 14, 2012. (Associated Press/The Canadian Press)

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New York Knicks point guard Jeremy Lin is averaging 26.8 points and eight assists in his last five games. (Associated Press)

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New York Knicks point guard Jeremy Lin shoots baskets before the start of a game against the Washington Wizards on Feb. 8, 2012, in Washington. (Associated Press)