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John Mason LaMarr Greer and Arturas Jomantas Gianmarco Pozzecco Glenn McGowan Frankie King Jarod Stevenson FIBA Europe Secretary General Nar Zanolin with the MVP of the EuroCup All-Star Day Marcus Hatten The Slamnation Oscar Torres Players from the 2006 EuroCup All-Star Day Nar Zanolin ceremonial tip-off Kaspars Kambala LaMarr Greer Gianmarco Pozzecco
// 14 March 2006

Along with showcasing some of the most talented players competing in Europe, the EuroCup All-Star Day also focused on providing a fun and memorable experience to all through various forms of entertainment.

The entertainment was highlighted by the Luvabull cheerleaders and Matadors from the Chicago Bulls.

The Matadors
The Matadors
The Matadors are a group of proudly overweight men from the United States that take part in various dance and comedic routines together with the Luvabull cheerleaders.

Throughout the game, the duo provided laughs to the capacity EuroCup All-Star Day crowd in attendance, just as they do during Chicago Bulls home games throughout the NBA season.

“We are here to entertain the fans and to help them have a good time,” said Luvabull cheerleader Evadney King.

“We try to help people laugh,” added John Hildebrand, a Matador wearing a dress.

When asked if his and the other Matadors have any shame in flaunting their large stomachs, Hildebrand said: “Absolutely not. This belly of mine is a part of me and my best friend.”

“We all have a sense of humor about it.”

The Matadors were so appreciated during the game that they were even congratulated by players as they left the court following their routine.

The Slam Nation and Crazy Dunkers were also part of the EuroCup Day entertainment with their array of acrobatic dunks and choreography.


 
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