Bernard James
Basketball player and military veteran
Born
February 7th, 1985
40 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
United States
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Played college basketball at Florida State University. Drafted by the Miami Heat in 2012 and later played for the Dallas Mavericks in the NBA. Had a successful career in the NBA Development League prior to joining the Mavericks. Served in the United States Air Force before pursuing a professional basketball career.
Played for the Dallas Mavericks
Served in the United States Air Force
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