Aaron Nesmith
Basketball player for the Boston Celtics
Born
October 16th, 1999
26 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
United States
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A professional basketball player, played college basketball at Vanderbilt University. Entered the NBA in 2020, selected as the 14th overall pick by the Boston Celtics. Known for a strong shooting ability and diligent work ethic. Contributed to the Celtics' performance during the regular season and playoffs, showcasing skills as a shooting guard.
Drafted 14th overall in the 2020 NBA Draft
Played for the Boston Celtics
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