Calvin Booth
Basketball executive and player
Born
May 7th, 1976
49 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
United States
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An American basketball player and executive played for multiple teams in the NBA, including the Philadelphia 76ers, Washington Wizards, and Dallas Mavericks. Transitioned into front-office roles after retirement from playing. Served as an assistant general manager for the Denver Nuggets and later as the general manager for the Nuggets. Contributed to player development and team strategy during the tenure.
Played for the Philadelphia 76ers
Played for the Washington Wizards
Served as general manager for the Denver Nuggets
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