Charles Oakley
Basketball player and coach
Born
December 18th, 1963
61 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
United States
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A professional basketball player and coach, he played in the NBA primarily as a power forward. His career spanned from 1985 to 2000, with a significant portion of years spent with the Chicago Bulls, New York Knicks, and the Toronto Raptors. He was recognized for his rebounding ability and toughness on the court. After retiring, he transitioned into coaching roles and served as an assistant coach for various teams in the NBA.
Won an NBA Championship with the Chicago Bulls in 1993
Selected for the NBA All-Star Game in 1994
Played for the New York Knicks from 1988 to 1998
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