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Snapshots of what’s happening in the Defense Department.

Defense Secretary Ash Carter, his wife Stephanie and NBA legend Julius 'Dr. J' Erving pose with service members at Game 4 of the 2016 NBA Finals in Cleveland, June 10, 2016. DoD photo by Navy Petty Officer 1st Class Tim D. Godbee

Erving Photo-op

Defense Secretary Ash Carter, his wife Stephanie and NBA legend Julius 'Dr. J' Erving pose with service members at Game 4 of the 2016 NBA Finals in Cleveland, June 10, 2016. DoD photo by Navy Petty Officer 1st Class Tim D. Godbee

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