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New England Patriots Take To Newton North Basketball Courts

Newton North High School hosted a Celebrity Basketball Game on Tuesday to raise money for their athletic program.

NEWTON, MA — A group of New England Patriots traded in their pads for basketball shorts at Newton North High School Tuesday night.

The Newton North Celebrity Basketball Game, was sponsored by Ray Ciccolo’s Honda Village of Newton and other local businesses, raised money for the school’s athletic program.

Just how much is unclear.

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But, as in previous years the Newton North Tigers All-Stars, was made up of Honda Village employees, students and other sponsors. They "brought the heat" against the New England Patriots All-Stars, including James White, Danny Etling, Troy Brown, Keionta Davis, Derek Rivers, Brandon King, and Elandon Roberts. And isn't that priceless?

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