But the 27-year-old has revealed he is lucky to be alive ... Now Koi is hopeful that one day he and Manute's son Bol can one day represent South Sudan on the big stage together.

Here is the video. The 25-year-old Bol, now in his sixth NBA season and averaging 7.9 points and 3.1 rebounds per game, is the son of late basketball center Manute Bol. Manute was tied with ...