Andrew Wiggins

Basketball player; NBA Champion

Andrew Wiggins - Basketball player; NBA Champion
Born

February 23rd, 1995
30 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Canada

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Born in 1995, a Canadian basketball player achieved significant success in the NBA. Played for the Minnesota Timberwolves after being selected first overall in the 2014 NBA Draft. Demonstrated athleticism and skill as a forward. In 2022, contributed to the Golden State Warriors' victory in the NBA Championship. Participated in the 2021 Tokyo Olympics, where the Canadian national team finished in fourth place.

NBA Champion with the Golden State Warriors in 2022

First overall pick in the 2014 NBA Draft by the Minnesota Timberwolves

Selected to the NBA All-Star Game in 2022

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