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5 Philadelphia Eagles who could have helped your team to the NBA Finals

By Geoffrey Knox

CLEVELAND, OH - JUNE 08: Kevin Durant #35 of the Golden State Warriors celebrates with the MVP trophy as Stephen Curry #30 celebrates with the Larry O'Brien Trophy after defeating the Cleveland Cavaliers during Game Four of the 2018 NBA Finals at Quicken Loans Arena on June 8, 2018 in Cleveland, Ohio. The Warriors defeated the Cavaliers 108-85 to win the 2018 NBA Finals. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Jason Miller/Getty Images)
CLEVELAND, OH - JUNE 08: Kevin Durant #35 of the Golden State Warriors celebrates with the MVP trophy as Stephen Curry #30 celebrates with the Larry O'Brien Trophy after defeating the Cleveland Cavaliers during Game Four of the 2018 NBA Finals at Quicken Loans Arena on June 8, 2018 in Cleveland, Ohio. The Warriors defeated the Cavaliers 108-85 to win the 2018 NBA Finals. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Jason Miller/Getty Images) /
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MINNEAPOLIS, MN – FEBRUARY 04: Corey Clement #30 of the Philadelphia Eagles celebrates scoring a 22-yard touchdown against the New England Patriots in the third quarter of Super Bowl LII at U.S. Bank Stadium on February 4, 2018 in Minneapolis, Minnesota. (Photo by Christian Petersen/Getty Images)
MINNEAPOLIS, MN – FEBRUARY 04: Corey Clement #30 of the Philadelphia Eagles celebrates scoring a 22-yard touchdown against the New England Patriots in the third quarter of Super Bowl LII at U.S. Bank Stadium on February 4, 2018 in Minneapolis, Minnesota. (Photo by Christian Petersen/Getty Images) /

3. Corey Clement, shooting guard

Okay, Corey Clement was actually a football and track star in his hometown of Glassboro, New Jersey where he attended Glassboro High School. We did learn, however, that he has a basketball pedigree as well, albeit a short one.

Clement didn’t light it up or play that often, but believe it or not, he’s credited with a 100 percent shooting percentage from both the three-point line and from the charity stripe. Yes, he only took one three pointer and he only attempted two free throws, but we’ll give him the benefit of the doubt.

That’s good enough to land him on this list and make him a candidate for any team’s ‘wing man’. That is every team except the Warriors and Cavaliers.

MINNEAPOLIS, MN – FEBRUARY 04: Zach Ertz #86 of the Philadelphia Eagles celebrates with teammates against the New England Patriots during the second half in Super Bowl LII at U.S. Bank Stadium on February 4, 2018 in Minneapolis, Minnesota. (Photo by Patrick Smith/Getty Images)
MINNEAPOLIS, MN – FEBRUARY 04: Zach Ertz #86 of the Philadelphia Eagles celebrates with teammates against the New England Patriots during the second half in Super Bowl LII at U.S. Bank Stadium on February 4, 2018 in Minneapolis, Minnesota. (Photo by Patrick Smith/Getty Images) /

4. Zach Ertz, power forward

Seeing the way Zach Ertz shields defenders with his body makes one think about the possibility of a strong post game. We already know, as a Stanford graduate, the neurons are firing.

As a young buck, in his hometown of Danville, California, he attended Monte Vista High School where he played both basketball and football.

It’s been a long time since those days, but with Ertz’s athletic ability and his intelligence, we’re sure he can pick it all up again.

We’re also certain he can add to your NBA team’s rebound total.

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