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Meaning
The speaker is saying he believes his athletic ability was good enough for professional basketball, and that his work habits would have supported that. He is emphasizing discipline, repetition, and confidence in his own effort.
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Originally said in English.
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About Tony Gonzalez
Cuban baseball outfielder
Tony Gonzalez was a Cuban professional baseball outfielder who played in Major League Baseball from 1960 to 1971. He appeared for the Cincinnati Reds, Philadelphia Phillies, San Diego Padres, Atlanta Braves, and California Angels. Gonzalez spent most of his career with the Phillies, where he played from 1960 to 1968. His major league career later included short stints with San Diego, Atlanta, and California, after his first season with Cincinnati.
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