Bryce Alford

Basketball player with notable NCAA tenure

Bryce Alford - Basketball player with notable NCAA tenure
Born

January 18th, 1995
30 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

United States

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Competed at the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA) as a guard and played from 2013 to 2017. Set multiple school records during collegiate career. Played for the Los Angeles Lakers in the NBA Summer League following graduation. Achieved recognition for scoring and leadership on the court, helping UCLA reach the NCAA tournament.

Played for UCLA with notable scoring achievements

Participated in the NBA Summer League with the Lakers

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