Chris Wilcox

Professional basketball player

Chris Wilcox - Professional basketball player
Born

September 3rd, 1982
42 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

United States

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A professional basketball player, had a successful career in the NBA. Played as a power forward/center and was selected in the first round of the 2002 NBA Draft. Represented several teams, including the Los Angeles Clippers, Seattle SuperSonics, and Boston Celtics, during the career. Notable for contributions in playoff games and for his athleticism on the court.

Played for the Seattle SuperSonics

Selected 8th overall in the 2002 NBA Draft

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