Brent Barry

Basketball player and sportscaster

Brent Barry - Basketball player and sportscaster
Born

December 31st, 1971
53 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

United States

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A former professional basketball player and sportscaster, played in the NBA primarily with the San Antonio Spurs and the Seattle SuperSonics. After retiring, transitioned into broadcasting, providing commentary and analysis for various sports networks. Achieved notable success during playing career, participating in three NBA championships and winning the NBA Slam Dunk Contest in 1996.

Won NBA championships with San Antonio Spurs in 2003 and 2005

Won NBA Slam Dunk Contest in 1996

Served as a sportscaster for ESPN and TNT

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