Allonzo Trier

Professional basketball player with NBA experience

Allonzo Trier - Professional basketball player with NBA experience
Born

January 17th, 1996
29 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

United States

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A basketball player who played college basketball for the Arizona Wildcats. After going undrafted in the 2018 NBA Draft, signed with the New York Knicks. Made a strong impact as a rookie, demonstrating scoring ability. Played for the Knicks until 2020, before joining other teams, including the Portland Trail Blazers in the NBA.

Averaged 10.9 points per game during rookie season with the New York Knicks

Played for the Arizona Wildcats, leading the team in scoring

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