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Meek Mill Rings In NBA Playoff Game After Pennsylvania Court Orders Release

The Philadelphia rapper's imprisonment over probation violation had been a lightning rod in a debate over race and the nation's judicial and correctional systems.
Meek Mill performs during 105.1's Powerhouse 2015 in October 2015 in Brooklyn, NY.

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Meek made his first public appearance after being released on bail as the special guest of Philadelphia 76ers co-owner Michael Rubin at Game 5 of the NBA Playoffs. Meek rang the 76ers customary bell to the game between the Philadelphia 76ers and the Miami Heat.

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