Alfonzo McKinnie

Basketball player and NBA champion

Alfonzo McKinnie - Basketball player and NBA champion
Born

September 17th, 1992
32 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

United States

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Started professional basketball career after playing college basketball at the University of Wisconsin-Green Bay. Played for the 2018-19 Golden State Warriors, contributing to the team's successful run to the NBA Championship. Also played with several other teams in the NBA and abroad, showcasing versatility and athleticism throughout his career.

Won NBA Championship with the Golden State Warriors in 2019

Played for teams such as the Chicago Bulls and the Cleveland Cavaliers

Competed in various international leagues

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