Bradley Beal

Professional basketball player, NBA All-Star

Bradley Beal - Professional basketball player, NBA All-Star
Born

June 28th, 1993
31 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

United States

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A professional basketball player, celebrated for contributions to the National Basketball Association. Played as a shooting guard, primarily for the Washington Wizards. Achieved All-Star status multiple times and established himself as one of the league's top scorers. Played collegiate basketball at the University of Florida, where he was part of a team that reached the Final Four. Transitioned to a professional career in 2012 after being selected third overall in the NBA Draft.

Selected 3rd overall in the 2012 NBA Draft

Multiple-time NBA All-Star

Led the NBA in scoring during the 2020-2021 season

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