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Zain | ||
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Leagues | Jordanian Basketball League | |
Founded | 2002 | |
History | Fastlink BC 2002–2007 Zain BC 2007–2010 | |
Location | Amman, Jordan | |
Championships | 1 FIBA Asian Cup 6 Jordanian Championships | |
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