Anthony Bennett
Basketball player, NBA first overall pick
Born
March 14th, 1993
32 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
Canada
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A former basketball player, played college basketball for the UNLV Runnin' Rebels. Selected as the first overall pick in the 2013 NBA Draft by the Cleveland Cavaliers. Played for multiple NBA teams including the Minnesota Timberwolves, Toronto Raptors, and the Brooklyn Nets. Competed internationally, representing Canada in international competitions.
First overall pick in the 2013 NBA Draft
Played for the Cleveland Cavaliers
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