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$25,000 donated to charity in Hill's name

NEW YORK -- Orlando Magic forward Grant Hill won the NBA's sportsmanship award Thursday, edging league MVP Steve Nash.

Hill received 134 first-place votes and 2,778 points in voting by NBA players. Nash of Phoenix finished with 63 first-place votes and 2,370 points. For the second straight year, Memphis forward Shane Battier finished third.

The award honors the player who best exemplifies fair play and integrity on the court. Hill received the Joe Dumars Trophy, named for the former Detroit Pistons All-Star guard who was the award's first recipient.

The NBA will donate $25,000 on behalf of Hill to The Club, which provides quality and affordable recreation for the youth of Orange County in Florida.

An 11-year veteran, Hill averaged 19.7 points, 4.7 rebounds and 3.3 assists this season.

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