Alan Anderson

Basketball Player, NBA Champion

Alan Anderson - Basketball Player, NBA Champion
Born

October 16th, 1982
42 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

United States

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Basketball player had a notable career in the NBA, playing for several teams including the Detroit Pistons, Toronto Raptors, Brooklyn Nets, and Charlotte Hornets. In college, played at Michigan State University and earned All-Big Ten honors. Won an NBA Championship with the Miami Heat in 2012 during a brief tenure with the team. Played in international leagues before and after his NBA career, contributing to various teams.

NBA Championship with the Miami Heat in 2012

All-Big Ten honors at Michigan State University

Tenure with the Toronto Raptors

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