Bol Bol

Basketball player, NBA forward

Bol Bol - Basketball player, NBA forward
Born

November 16th, 1999
25 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

United States

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Born in South Sudan, a professional basketball player specialized as a forward. Played for the Denver Nuggets and the Orlando Magic in the National Basketball Association (NBA). Known for unique height and skill set, combining agility with shot-blocking ability. Gained recognition for his performance in the NCAA while playing for the Oregon Ducks, showcasing a strong scoring ability and rebounding skills.

Drafted 44th overall in the 2019 NBA Draft

Played for the Oregon Ducks in college basketball

Contributed to teams with scoring and defensive skills

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