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With a little help from his ‘Friends,’ Daniel Gafford opened up about his personal struggles


The unmistakable seven-letter word on Daniel Gafford’s inner left wrist is inked in green, with six red, blue and yellow dots sprinkled between the characters.

It’s a carbon-copy logo of the hit television sitcom “Friends.”

Yes, the Bulls rookie center is a fan.

The series began four years before the 21-year-old Gafford was born and wrapped prior to his sixth birthday. But thanks to Netflix, Gafford has binge-watched all 10 seasons — numerous times.

“From the first episode of the first season,” he said, “to the last episode of the last season.”

But to understand the true significance of Gafford’s decision, you must first understand the importance of the vertical tattoo behind his right ear. He got both done the same day earlier this year. That tat, which stretches from the top of his ear to the bottom, reads “DaShundra,” in honor of his girlfriend of two years, DaShundra Morgan.

The two met at an off-campus…





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