NewsJanuary 16, 2019
The Harlem Globetrotters' matchup against the Washington Generals at the Show Me Center on Wednesday, Jan. 16, 2019, in Cape Girardeau.
Jacob Wiegand and Kassi Jackson
Harlem Globetrotter guard Scooter Christensen (16) meets with Kylie Holmes of Sikeston, 7, during the Globetrotters' visit to the Show Me Center on Wednesday, Jan. 16, 2019, in Cape Girardeau. This was Kylie's first Globetrotters' game. 
Harlem Globetrotter guard Scooter Christensen (16) meets with Kylie Holmes of Sikeston, 7, during the Globetrotters' visit to the Show Me Center on Wednesday, Jan. 16, 2019, in Cape Girardeau. This was Kylie's first Globetrotters' game. 
Harlem Globetrotter guard Too Tall Hall (7) celebrates with Isaac Hampton, 9, of Cape Girardeau, after Hampton made a basket during the Globetrotters' visit to the Show Me Center on Wednesday, Jan. 16, 2019, in Cape Girardeau.
Harlem Globetrotter guard Too Tall Hall (7) celebrates with Isaac Hampton, 9, of Cape Girardeau, after Hampton made a basket during the Globetrotters' visit to the Show Me Center on Wednesday, Jan. 16, 2019, in Cape Girardeau.
The Harlem Globetrotters' "Big G" mascot high fives the crowd during the Globetrotters' visit to the Show Me Center  on Wednesday, Jan. 16, 2019, in Cape Girardeau.
The Harlem Globetrotters' "Big G" mascot high fives the crowd during the Globetrotters' visit to the Show Me Center on Wednesday, Jan. 16, 2019, in Cape Girardeau.
Harlem Globetrotter forward Dragon Taylor (24) dances after being told to "get down" while standing on the basket during the Globetrotters' matchup against the Washington Generals at the Show Me Center on Wednesday, Jan. 16, 2019, in Cape Girardeau.
Harlem Globetrotter forward Dragon Taylor (24) dances after being told to "get down" while standing on the basket during the Globetrotters' matchup against the Washington Generals at the Show Me Center on Wednesday, Jan. 16, 2019, in Cape Girardeau.
Harlem Globetrotter forward Dragon Taylor (24) gets inside the basketball hoop during the Globetrotters' matchup against the Washington Generals at the Show Me Center on Wednesday, Jan. 16, 2019, in Cape Girardeau.
Harlem Globetrotter forward Dragon Taylor (24) gets inside the basketball hoop during the Globetrotters' matchup against the Washington Generals at the Show Me Center on Wednesday, Jan. 16, 2019, in Cape Girardeau.
Stacey Giacomo and her son Gage, 10, and daughter, Jazi, 6, all of Nashville, Illinois, pose for a photo during the Harlem Globetrotters' visit to the Show Me Center on Wednesday, Jan. 16, 2019, in Cape Girardeau.
Stacey Giacomo and her son Gage, 10, and daughter, Jazi, 6, all of Nashville, Illinois, pose for a photo during the Harlem Globetrotters' visit to the Show Me Center on Wednesday, Jan. 16, 2019, in Cape Girardeau.
Tara Price and her daughter Harley Radi, 12, of Cape Girardeau, pose for a photo during the Harlem Globetrotters' visit to the Show Me Center on Wednesday, Jan. 16, 2019, in Cape Girardeau.
Tara Price and her daughter Harley Radi, 12, of Cape Girardeau, pose for a photo during the Harlem Globetrotters' visit to the Show Me Center on Wednesday, Jan. 16, 2019, in Cape Girardeau.
Justin Hahn and his daughter Ella Hahn, 10, of Cape Girardeau, pose for a photo during the Harlem Globetrotters' visit to the Show Me Center on Wednesday, Jan. 16, 2019, in Cape Girardeau.
Justin Hahn and his daughter Ella Hahn, 10, of Cape Girardeau, pose for a photo during the Harlem Globetrotters' visit to the Show Me Center on Wednesday, Jan. 16, 2019, in Cape Girardeau.
Kacey Klingel and her daughter Stevey Klingel, 11, of Vanduser, pose for a photo during the Harlem Globetrotters' visit to the Show Me Center on Wednesday, Jan. 16, 2019, in Cape Girardeau.
Kacey Klingel and her daughter Stevey Klingel, 11, of Vanduser, pose for a photo during the Harlem Globetrotters' visit to the Show Me Center on Wednesday, Jan. 16, 2019, in Cape Girardeau.
Globie, right, the Harlem Globetrotters' mascot "dabs on" a young fan during the matchup against the Washington Generals at the Show Me Center Wednesday, Jan. 16, 2019, in Cape Girardeau.
Globie, right, the Harlem Globetrotters' mascot "dabs on" a young fan during the matchup against the Washington Generals at the Show Me Center Wednesday, Jan. 16, 2019, in Cape Girardeau.
Globie lies across fans during the Harlem Globetrotters matchup against the Washington Generals at the Show Me Center Wednesday, Jan. 16, 2019, in Cape Girardeau.
Globie lies across fans during the Harlem Globetrotters matchup against the Washington Generals at the Show Me Center Wednesday, Jan. 16, 2019, in Cape Girardeau.
Harlem Globetrotters make their way onto the court before the start of their matchup against the Washington Generals at the Show Me Center on Wednesday, Jan. 16, 2019, in Cape Girardeau.
Harlem Globetrotters make their way onto the court before the start of their matchup against the Washington Generals at the Show Me Center on Wednesday, Jan. 16, 2019, in Cape Girardeau.
Globie, the mascot of the Harlem Globetrotters breakdances before the start of the matchup against the Washington Generals at the Show Me Center Wednesday, Jan. 16, 2019, in Cape Girardeau.
Globie, the mascot of the Harlem Globetrotters breakdances before the start of the matchup against the Washington Generals at the Show Me Center Wednesday, Jan. 16, 2019, in Cape Girardeau.
The Harlem Globetrotters take to the court before their matchup against the Washington Generals at the Show Me Center Wednesday, Jan. 16, 2019, in Cape Girardeau.
The Harlem Globetrotters take to the court before their matchup against the Washington Generals at the Show Me Center Wednesday, Jan. 16, 2019, in Cape Girardeau.
The Harlem Globetrotters warm up before their matchup against the Washington Generals at the Show Me Center Wednesday, Jan. 16. 2019, in Cape Girardeau.
The Harlem Globetrotters warm up before their matchup against the Washington Generals at the Show Me Center Wednesday, Jan. 16. 2019, in Cape Girardeau.
"Too Tall" Hall revs up the "fan power" during the Harlem Globetrotters' warmup before their matchup against the Washington Generals at the Show Me Center Wednesday, Jan. 16, 2019, in Cape Girardeau.
"Too Tall" Hall revs up the "fan power" during the Harlem Globetrotters' warmup before their matchup against the Washington Generals at the Show Me Center Wednesday, Jan. 16, 2019, in Cape Girardeau.
The Harlem Globetrotters tear off their warm-ups before their matchup against the Washington Generals at the Show Me Center Wednesday Jan. 16, 2019, in Cape Girardeau.
The Harlem Globetrotters tear off their warm-ups before their matchup against the Washington Generals at the Show Me Center Wednesday Jan. 16, 2019, in Cape Girardeau.
A referee holds a game ball during the National Anthem before the Harlem Globetrotters took on the Washington Generals at the Show Me Center Wednesday, Jan. 16, 2019, in Cape Girardeau.
A referee holds a game ball during the National Anthem before the Harlem Globetrotters took on the Washington Generals at the Show Me Center Wednesday, Jan. 16, 2019, in Cape Girardeau.
The Harlem Globetrotters head coach Sweet Lou Dunbar looks over at the camera before the tipoff of the matchup against the Washington Generals at the Show Me Center Wednesday, Jan. 16, 2019, in Cape Girardeau.
The Harlem Globetrotters head coach Sweet Lou Dunbar looks over at the camera before the tipoff of the matchup against the Washington Generals at the Show Me Center Wednesday, Jan. 16, 2019, in Cape Girardeau.
Harlem Globetrotters head coach Sweet Lou Dunbar looks at the camera while revving up the "fan power" during the Harlem Globetrotters warmup before their matchup against the Washington Generals at the Show Me Center Wednesday, Jan. 16, 2019, in Cape Girardeau.
Harlem Globetrotters head coach Sweet Lou Dunbar looks at the camera while revving up the "fan power" during the Harlem Globetrotters warmup before their matchup against the Washington Generals at the Show Me Center Wednesday, Jan. 16, 2019, in Cape Girardeau.
Globie, the mascot of the Harlem Globetrotters, runs with the team flag across the court before the game against the Washington Generals at the Show Me Center Wednesday, Jan. 16, 2019, in Cape Girardeau.
Globie, the mascot of the Harlem Globetrotters, runs with the team flag across the court before the game against the Washington Generals at the Show Me Center Wednesday, Jan. 16, 2019, in Cape Girardeau.
"Too Tall" Hall (7) points to the camera during the matchup between the Harlem Globetrotters and the Washington Generals at the Show Me Center Wednesday, Jan. 16, 2019, in Cape Girardeau.
"Too Tall" Hall (7) points to the camera during the matchup between the Harlem Globetrotters and the Washington Generals at the Show Me Center Wednesday, Jan. 16, 2019, in Cape Girardeau.
Globie prepares to run onto the court during the Harlem Globetrotters' visit to the Show Me Center on Wednesday, Jan. 16, 2019, in Cape Girardeau.
Globie prepares to run onto the court during the Harlem Globetrotters' visit to the Show Me Center on Wednesday, Jan. 16, 2019, in Cape Girardeau.
The Harlem Globetrotters' "Torch" George (10) slides across the court while controlling the ball during a matchup against the Washington Generals at the Show Me Center Wednesday, Jan. 16, 2019, in Cape Girardeau.
The Harlem Globetrotters' "Torch" George (10) slides across the court while controlling the ball during a matchup against the Washington Generals at the Show Me Center Wednesday, Jan. 16, 2019, in Cape Girardeau.
Kylie Holmes, 7, center, looks up at "Torch" George (10) as "Scooter" Christensen (16) dances behind during a timeout in the middle of the matchup between the Harlem Globetrotters and the Washington Generals at the Show Me Center Wednesday, Jan. 16, 2019, in Cape Girardeau.
Kylie Holmes, 7, center, looks up at "Torch" George (10) as "Scooter" Christensen (16) dances behind during a timeout in the middle of the matchup between the Harlem Globetrotters and the Washington Generals at the Show Me Center Wednesday, Jan. 16, 2019, in Cape Girardeau.
The Harlem Globetrotters' "Big Easy" Lofton (52) is seen between two Washington Generals players during their matchup at the Show Me Center Wednesday, Jan. 16, 2019, in Cape Girardeau.
The Harlem Globetrotters' "Big Easy" Lofton (52) is seen between two Washington Generals players during their matchup at the Show Me Center Wednesday, Jan. 16, 2019, in Cape Girardeau.
Harlem Globetrotters' "Big Easy" Lofton (52) and "Spider" Sharpless look down the court and watch the ball during the matchup against the Washington Generals at the Show Me Center Wednesday, Jan. 16, 2019, in Cape Girardeau.
Harlem Globetrotters' "Big Easy" Lofton (52) and "Spider" Sharpless look down the court and watch the ball during the matchup against the Washington Generals at the Show Me Center Wednesday, Jan. 16, 2019, in Cape Girardeau.
The Harlem Globetrotters' "Spider" Sharpless reacts to a teammate during the matchup against the Washington Generals at the Show Me Center Wednesday, Jan. 16, 2019, in Cape Girardeau.
The Harlem Globetrotters' "Spider" Sharpless reacts to a teammate during the matchup against the Washington Generals at the Show Me Center Wednesday, Jan. 16, 2019, in Cape Girardeau.
The Harlem Globetrotters' "Big Easy" Lofton (52) dances with a fan during the matchup against the Washington Generals at the Show Me Center Wednesday, Jan. 16, 2019, in Cape Girardeau.
The Harlem Globetrotters' "Big Easy" Lofton (52) dances with a fan during the matchup against the Washington Generals at the Show Me Center Wednesday, Jan. 16, 2019, in Cape Girardeau.
"Big Easy" Lofton (52) holds John Kinder as he spins him around during the Harlem Globetrotters matchup against the Washington Generals at the Show Me Center Wednesday, Jan. 16, 2019, in Cape Girardeau.
"Big Easy" Lofton (52) holds John Kinder as he spins him around during the Harlem Globetrotters matchup against the Washington Generals at the Show Me Center Wednesday, Jan. 16, 2019, in Cape Girardeau.
The Harlem Globetrotters on the bench react to their teammate "Too Tall" Hall (7) as he acts out a skit during the matchup against the Washington Generals at the Show Me Center Wednesday, Jan. 16, 2019, in Cape Girardeau.
The Harlem Globetrotters on the bench react to their teammate "Too Tall" Hall (7) as he acts out a skit during the matchup against the Washington Generals at the Show Me Center Wednesday, Jan. 16, 2019, in Cape Girardeau.
The Harlem Globetrotters' "Lights Out" Lee (21) dunks the ball in the basket after being tossed up by teammates during the matchup against the Washington Generals at the Show Me Center Wednesday, Jan. 16, 2019, in Cape Girardeau.
The Harlem Globetrotters' "Lights Out" Lee (21) dunks the ball in the basket after being tossed up by teammates during the matchup against the Washington Generals at the Show Me Center Wednesday, Jan. 16, 2019, in Cape Girardeau.
Chris Stone plays ball with Hayden Brown, 10, front, and Trustin Grojean, 11, right, off to the side during the Harlem Globetrotters matchup against the Washington Generals at the Show Me Center Wednesday, Jan. 16, 2019, in Cape Girardeau.
Chris Stone plays ball with Hayden Brown, 10, front, and Trustin Grojean, 11, right, off to the side during the Harlem Globetrotters matchup against the Washington Generals at the Show Me Center Wednesday, Jan. 16, 2019, in Cape Girardeau.
Harlem Globetrotters meet on the court before their matchup against the Washington Generals at the Show Me Center on Wednesday, Jan. 16, 2019, in Cape Girardeau.
Harlem Globetrotters meet on the court before their matchup against the Washington Generals at the Show Me Center on Wednesday, Jan. 16, 2019, in Cape Girardeau.
Trustin Grojean, 11, center, and Hayden Brown, 10, right, watch as Chris Stone spins the basketball on his finger during the Harlem Globetrotters matchup against the Washington Generals at the Show Me Center Wednesday, Jan. 16, 2019, in Cape Girardeau.
Trustin Grojean, 11, center, and Hayden Brown, 10, right, watch as Chris Stone spins the basketball on his finger during the Harlem Globetrotters matchup against the Washington Generals at the Show Me Center Wednesday, Jan. 16, 2019, in Cape Girardeau.
From left, Nate Tilson, 11, Hayden Brown, 10, and Trustin Grojean, 11, pose for a photo during the Harlem Globetrotters matchup against the Washington Generals at the Show Me Center Wednesday, Jan. 16, 2019, in Cape Girardeau.
From left, Nate Tilson, 11, Hayden Brown, 10, and Trustin Grojean, 11, pose for a photo during the Harlem Globetrotters matchup against the Washington Generals at the Show Me Center Wednesday, Jan. 16, 2019, in Cape Girardeau.
Timothy Joseph places an armband on Quinn Medlock, 2, during halftime of the Harlem Globetrotters matchup against the Washington Generals at the Show Me Center Wednesday, Jan. 16, 2019, in Cape Girardeau.
Timothy Joseph places an armband on Quinn Medlock, 2, during halftime of the Harlem Globetrotters matchup against the Washington Generals at the Show Me Center Wednesday, Jan. 16, 2019, in Cape Girardeau.
Timothy Joseph, of the Harlem Globetrotters, poses with Quinn Medlock, 2, as Victoria Duenne takes a photo during halftime of the Harlem Globetrotters matchup against the Washington Generals at the Show Me Center Wednesday, Jan. 16, 2019, in Cape Girardeau.
Timothy Joseph, of the Harlem Globetrotters, poses with Quinn Medlock, 2, as Victoria Duenne takes a photo during halftime of the Harlem Globetrotters matchup against the Washington Generals at the Show Me Center Wednesday, Jan. 16, 2019, in Cape Girardeau.
Victoria Duenne poses for a photo with her nephew Quinn Medlock, 2, during the Harlem Globetrotters matchup against the Washington Generals at the Show Me Center Wednesday, Jan. 16, 2019, in Cape Girardeau.
Victoria Duenne poses for a photo with her nephew Quinn Medlock, 2, during the Harlem Globetrotters matchup against the Washington Generals at the Show Me Center Wednesday, Jan. 16, 2019, in Cape Girardeau.
Harlem Globetrotters' "Sky" (28) reaches for the ball in an attempt to dunk against the Washington Generals during their matchup at the Show Me Center Wednesday, Jan. 16, 2019, in Cape Girardeau.
Harlem Globetrotters' "Sky" (28) reaches for the ball in an attempt to dunk against the Washington Generals during their matchup at the Show Me Center Wednesday, Jan. 16, 2019, in Cape Girardeau.
Team members of the Harlem Globetrotters converse in the middle of the court during the matchup against the Washington Generals at the Show Me Center Wednesday, Jan. 16, 2019, in Cape Girardeau.
Team members of the Harlem Globetrotters converse in the middle of the court during the matchup against the Washington Generals at the Show Me Center Wednesday, Jan. 16, 2019, in Cape Girardeau.
The Harlem Globetrotters take on the Washington Generals at the Show Me Center Wednesday, Jan. 16, 2019, in Cape Girardeau.
The Harlem Globetrotters take on the Washington Generals at the Show Me Center Wednesday, Jan. 16, 2019, in Cape Girardeau.
The Harlem Globetrotters take on the Washington Generals at the Show Me Center Wednesday, Jan. 16, 2019, in Cape Girardeau.
The Harlem Globetrotters take on the Washington Generals at the Show Me Center Wednesday, Jan. 16, 2019, in Cape Girardeau.
Head coach Sweet Lou Dunbar reacts to "Too Tall" Hall (7) during the Harlem Globetrotters' matchup against the Washington Generals at the Show Me Center Wednesday, Jan. 16, 2019, in Cape Girardeau.
Head coach Sweet Lou Dunbar reacts to "Too Tall" Hall (7) during the Harlem Globetrotters' matchup against the Washington Generals at the Show Me Center Wednesday, Jan. 16, 2019, in Cape Girardeau.
Stevey Klingel, 11, of Vanduser, participates in the wave next to her mother Kacey Klingel during the Harlem Globetrotters' visit to the Show Me Center on Wednesday, Jan. 16, 2019, in Cape Girardeau.
Stevey Klingel, 11, of Vanduser, participates in the wave next to her mother Kacey Klingel during the Harlem Globetrotters' visit to the Show Me Center on Wednesday, Jan. 16, 2019, in Cape Girardeau.
The Harlem Globetrotters' "Dragon" Taylor (24) sits on top of the basket during the matchup against the Washington Generals at the Show Me Center Wednesday, Jan. 16, 2019, in Cape Girardeau.
The Harlem Globetrotters' "Dragon" Taylor (24) sits on top of the basket during the matchup against the Washington Generals at the Show Me Center Wednesday, Jan. 16, 2019, in Cape Girardeau.
Washington Generals' Shaquille Burrell (11) shares a moment with Harlem Globetrotters' "Bulldog" Mack during their matchup at the Show Me Center Wednesday, Jan. 16, 2019, in Cape Girardeau.
Washington Generals' Shaquille Burrell (11) shares a moment with Harlem Globetrotters' "Bulldog" Mack during their matchup at the Show Me Center Wednesday, Jan. 16, 2019, in Cape Girardeau.
Harlem Globetrotters' "Too Tall" Hall (7) passes a beach ball to a teammate during their matchup against the Washington Generals at the Show Me Center Wednesday, Jan. 16, 2019, in Cape Girardeau.
Harlem Globetrotters' "Too Tall" Hall (7) passes a beach ball to a teammate during their matchup against the Washington Generals at the Show Me Center Wednesday, Jan. 16, 2019, in Cape Girardeau.
Teammates of the Harlem Globetrotters dance across the court together during their matchup against the Washington Generals at the Show Me Center Wednesday, Jan. 16, 2019, in Cape Girardeau.
Teammates of the Harlem Globetrotters dance across the court together during their matchup against the Washington Generals at the Show Me Center Wednesday, Jan. 16, 2019, in Cape Girardeau.
The Harlem Globetrotters' "Crash" (25) flies through the air to dunk the ball during the matchup against the Washington Generals at the Show Me Center Wednesday, Jan. 16, 2019, in Cape Girardeau.
The Harlem Globetrotters' "Crash" (25) flies through the air to dunk the ball during the matchup against the Washington Generals at the Show Me Center Wednesday, Jan. 16, 2019, in Cape Girardeau.
Harlem Globetrotter forward Spider Sharpless (42) hangs from the rim during the Globetrotters' matchup against the Washington Generals at the Show Me Center on Wednesday, Jan. 16, 2019, in Cape Girardeau.
Harlem Globetrotter forward Spider Sharpless (42) hangs from the rim during the Globetrotters' matchup against the Washington Generals at the Show Me Center on Wednesday, Jan. 16, 2019, in Cape Girardeau.
Harlem Globetrotter guard Torch George (10) meets with Kylie Holmes of Sikeston, 7, on the court during the Globetrotters' visit to the Show Me Center on Wednesday, Jan. 16, 2019, in Cape Girardeau. This was Kylie's first Globetrotters' game.
Harlem Globetrotter guard Torch George (10) meets with Kylie Holmes of Sikeston, 7, on the court during the Globetrotters' visit to the Show Me Center on Wednesday, Jan. 16, 2019, in Cape Girardeau. This was Kylie's first Globetrotters' game.
Harlem Globetrotter guard Too Tall Hall (7) points toward the crowd during the Globetrotters' matchup against the Washington Generals at the Show Me Center on Wednesday, Jan. 16, 2019, in Cape Girardeau.
Harlem Globetrotter guard Too Tall Hall (7) points toward the crowd during the Globetrotters' matchup against the Washington Generals at the Show Me Center on Wednesday, Jan. 16, 2019, in Cape Girardeau.
Flying Globies member Chris Stone, of Milwaukee, closes in on the basket during the Harlem Globetrotters' visit to the Show Me Center on Wednesday, Jan. 16, 2019, in Cape Girardeau.
Flying Globies member Chris Stone, of Milwaukee, closes in on the basket during the Harlem Globetrotters' visit to the Show Me Center on Wednesday, Jan. 16, 2019, in Cape Girardeau.
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