Cameron Johnson

Basketball player for Phoenix Suns

Cameron Johnson - Basketball player for Phoenix Suns
Born

March 3rd, 1996
29 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

United States

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Cameron Johnson, born on March 3, 1996, is a professional basketball player. Johnson played college basketball at the University of North Carolina, where he contributed to the team's success in the NCAA tournament. He was selected 11th overall in the 2019 NBA Draft by the Phoenix Suns. Johnson became an integral part of the Suns' roster, known for his shooting ability and versatility on the court, helping the team reach the NBA Finals in 2021.

Played for Phoenix Suns in the NBA

Selected 11th overall in the 2019 NBA Draft

Contributed to Suns' 2021 NBA Finals run

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