Caris LeVert

NBA Basketball Player, Indiana Pacers

Caris LeVert - NBA Basketball Player, Indiana Pacers
Born

August 25th, 1994
30 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

United States

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This basketball player entered the NBA after playing for the University of Michigan. Drafted in the second round of the 2016 NBA Draft, joined the Brooklyn Nets where contributed to the team's playoff appearances during his tenure. Later, traded to the Indiana Pacers, sustaining a significant role in the team's roster. Notable for overcoming injuries to continue professional play, demonstrated offensive skills particularly as a shooting guard.

Played for Brooklyn Nets in the NBA

Contributed to Michigan Wolverines' performance in NCAA

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