A. J. Price
Basketball player for Indiana Pacers
Basketball player for Indiana Pacers
Born in 1986, played college basketball at the University of Connecticut, contributing to a national championship in 2004. Drafted by the Minnesota Timberwolves in 2009 but traded to the Indiana Pacers, where significant contributions were made during the 2009-2010 season. Played as a point guard and had a notable career in the NBA and overseas.
Helped UConn win the NCAA Championship in 2004
Played for the Indiana Pacers in the NBA
Competed internationally in professional leagues
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