Sports Illustrated's Vault is a wonderful treasure trove of sporting history. Like this gem from 1984 featuring the Round Mound of Rebound before he was extra-round.
Q.: How'd you lose weight?
A.: Cut down to six meals a day.
"I've never seen anyone attract attention like this kid," says Sonny Smith, the Auburn coach.
Some things never change. And that's a good thing.
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