Alando Tucker
Basketball player and coach
Born
February 11th, 1984
41 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
United States
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Played college basketball at the University of Wisconsin, earning recognition as a standout player. Achieved the Big Ten Player of the Year award in 2007. After college, played professionally in various leagues, including the NBA with the Phoenix Suns. Transitioned to coaching and contributed to the development of young players at the collegiate level.
Big Ten Player of the Year in 2007
Played for the Phoenix Suns in the NBA
Professional career in various leagues
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