Al-Farouq Aminu

Basketball player with the New Orleans Pelicans

Al-Farouq Aminu - Basketball player with the New Orleans Pelicans
Born

September 21st, 1990
34 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

United States

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Professional basketball player participated in the NBA. Played college basketball at Wake Forest University. Selected as the 8th overall pick in the 2010 NBA Draft by the Los Angeles Clippers. Played for the New Orleans Pelicans, Orlando Magic, Dallas Mavericks, and multiple other teams throughout his career. Contributed primarily as a small forward and power forward, known for defensive skills and versatility. Represented Nigeria in international competitions, including the Olympics.

Selected 8th overall in 2010 NBA Draft

Played for the New Orleans Pelicans

Competed in the 2012 London Olympics

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