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Nate Robinson challenges YouTuber Jake Paul to boxing match

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Three-time NBA Slam Dunk champion Nate Robinson wants to step into the boxing ring with Jake Paul.

Robinson has issued a challenge to Paul, telling TMZ Sports that he's tired of seeing the YouTube star and part-time boxer act like a "bully" by calling out opponents he can beat.

"I want all the smoke," Robinson said. "I'm a top-tier athlete. You beating me would probably be the biggest accomplishment for your boxing career, or social media influencer - whatever. That's your biggest claim to fame right now is knocking out Nate Robinson, so come do it.

"I'm putting my everything on the line for you. Let's get it done. It's that simple."

Robinson went on to name several boxing legends he would be interested in training with.

"If I get trained with somebody like a (Mike) Tyson, (Floyd) Mayweather, (Terence) Crawford, (Vasyl) Lomachenko, if I fight and I train with some of the best of the best in the world, like please, I don't think he stands a chance," Robinson said.

Robinson last played in the NBA during the 2015-16 season, appearing in two games for the New Orleans Pelicans. He most recently suited up for Tri-State of the BIG3.

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