Brian Cook
Basketball player and champion
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Athletes & Sports Figures
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United States
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Born in December 1980, a basketball player achieved recognition during a career in the NBA. Played for the Chicago Bulls and the Los Angeles Lakers. Contributed to the Lakers' 2009 NBA Championship victory. Played college basketball at the University of Illinois, helping the team reach the NCAA Tournament's Final Four.
Won an NBA Championship with the Los Angeles Lakers in 2009
Played for the Chicago Bulls during his NBA career
Reached the Final Four with the University of Illinois
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