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Published on 07-27-2020 05:50 PM
By LARRY VAUGHT
Photos provided by Tom Payne
Tom Payne was the first African-American player to play at Kentucky but admits he didn’t have a “close relationship” with coach Adolph Rupp during the 1970-71 season.
“I was his player,” said Payne. “The thing I remember the most, though, is that he stood up for me.
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