C. J. Miles
Basketball player, NBA veteran

Born
March 18th, 1987
37 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
United States
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Born in 1987, this basketball player entered the NBA after being selected in the 2005 NBA Draft. The player had a successful career spanning over a decade, primarily playing as a shooting guard and small forward. The player played for several teams, including the Utah Jazz, Indiana Pacers, and Toronto Raptors. Notably, the player contributed significantly to team success, including playoff appearances and personal achievements such as three-point shooting records. The player is also recognized for contributions to international basketball, representing the USA in various competitions.
Played for the Utah Jazz from 2005 to 2012
Contributed to the Indiana Pacers' playoff runs
Named an All-Star in the 2015-2016 NBA season
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