Alonzo Mourning

Basketball player; NBA champion

Alonzo Mourning - Basketball player; NBA champion
Born

February 8th, 1970
55 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

United States

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A professional basketball player and executive, played center in the NBA. Spent the majority of career with the Miami Heat and became a key figure in the team's history. Made significant contributions to the game, recognized for defensive skills and shot-blocking ability. Helped lead Miami Heat to their first NBA championship in 2006. Transitioned into an executive role post-career and actively involved in community services, focusing on health awareness and youth programs.

Won the NBA Championship with Miami Heat in 2006

Selected to the NBA All-Star Game twice

Named NBA Defensive Player of the Year in 1999

Inducted into the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame in 2014

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