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Utah Jazz guard Raul Neto reminded of Brazilian impact through Madison Square Garden experience

Eric Woodyard, Deseret News

Brazilian pop star, Pabllo Vittar (left) plus comedian, singer and YouTuber, Whindersson Nunes (right) meet Raul Neto (center) following the Utah Jazz’s 137-116 win vs. New York on Wednesday, March 20, 2019. Both were doing promotion for NBA Brasil and wanted to attend a game to see the Brazilian Jazz floor general. He also gave them personalized jerseys.

NEW YORK CITY — A couple of guests chilled outside of the visitor’s locker room inside Madison Square Garden on Wednesday in anticipation of meeting a success story from their homeland.

Once Utah Jazz guard Raul Neto showered, then participated in postgame media duties following a 137-116 victory against the New York Knicks, the Brazilian floor general also fulfilled another request.