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basketball diplomacy
![The NBA’s Popularity in China Seems Endless The NBA’s Popularity in China Seems Endless](https://thediplomat.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/09/sizes/thumbnail/thediplomat-basketball-2258650_1920.jpg)
The NBA’s Popularity in China Seems Endless
By Tim Reynolds
Basketball wasn't a big deal in China. And then everything changed.
![Rodman Dunks for Kim, Gets Slammed by Bae Family Rodman Dunks for Kim, Gets Slammed by Bae Family](https://thediplomat.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/sizes/thumbnail/thediplomat_2014-01-09_07-49-13.jpg)
Rodman Dunks for Kim, Gets Slammed by Bae Family
By J.T. Quigley
The dictator may be the former NBA star’s only remaining friend after bizarre interview and controversial basketball game
![Backlash against Dennis Rodman on the Eve of Pyongyang Exhibition Match Backlash against Dennis Rodman on the Eve of Pyongyang Exhibition Match](https://thediplomat.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/sizes/thumbnail/thediplomat_2014-01-07_10-55-23.jpg)
Backlash against Dennis Rodman on the Eve of Pyongyang Exhibition Match
By J.T. Quigley
A U.S. congressman and the head of the NBA have asked Rodman to cancel the controversial event.
![Rodman Headed for Pyongyang Despite Political Turmoil Rodman Headed for Pyongyang Despite Political Turmoil](https://thediplomat.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/sizes/thumbnail/thediplomat_2013-12-17_06-57-21.jpg)
Rodman Headed for Pyongyang Despite Political Turmoil
By J.T. Quigley
Days after Jang Song-Thaek’s execution, “The Worm” confirms a return visit.
![Why Rodman’s Trip Isn’t Ping Pong Diplomacy Why Rodman’s Trip Isn’t Ping Pong Diplomacy](https://thediplomat.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/03/sizes/thumbnail/15974_527c4b91352b2.jpg)
Why Rodman’s Trip Isn’t Ping Pong Diplomacy
Dennis Rodman may be winning the hearts of North Korean fans, but this trip isn’t statecraft.
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