Charlie Villanueva
Basketball player, NBA forward
A professional basketball player, participated in the NBA from 2005 to 2016. Played for teams including the Toronto Raptors, Milwaukee Bucks, Detroit Pistons, and the Dallas Mavericks. Played college basketball at the University of Connecticut, contributing significantly to the team's success during his tenure. Notable for his scoring ability and versatility on the court.
Won an NBA Championship with the Dallas Mavericks in 2011
Played for the All-Rookie Team in 2006
Scored over 6,500 points during NBA career
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