The Evolution of Ron Artest
Check out the evolution of Ron Artest.
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Whats My Name?! - Metta World Peace, formerly Ron Artest, has become known as much for his talent on the court as he is for his eccentric, outspoken behavior.\r(Photo: AP Photo/Mark J. Terrill)
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So Hood - Growing up in Queensbridge projects made this hoops star determined to give his family a better life.\r(Photo: Frazer Harrison/Getty Images)
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Anger Management - Much like the character he plays on Reed Between the Lines, MWP has had angry outburst on the court. Back in 2004 he was involved in the Pacers-Piston brawl.\r(Photo by: Andy Lyons/Getty Images)
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Twist It - Ron Artest is no stranger to the music world — he is not only a rapper; he has also made appearances in videos, and he was a natural in Olivia's video for Twist It.\r(Photo by John Ricard/FilmMagic)
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Trading Places - After being drafted by the Bulls early in his career, Artest played for the Pacers and the Sacramento Kings before signing a $33 million deal with the L.A. Lakers.\r(Photo by Dave Sandford/Getty Images)
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