Andre Miller

Professional Basketball Player

Andre Miller - Professional Basketball Player
Born

March 19th, 1976
49 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

United States

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A former professional basketball player, played primarily as a point guard in the NBA. Played for various teams, including the Cleveland Cavaliers, Denver Nuggets, and Los Angeles Clippers. Renowned for excellent passing skills and court vision, as well as durability throughout a lengthy career. Retired after a notable tenure that included playoff appearances with multiple teams.

Selected 8th overall in the 1999 NBA Draft

Career averages of 13.3 points and 8.5 assists per game

Played for 8 different NBA teams

Served as a mentor to younger players

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