Coby White
Basketball player for Chicago Bulls
Started professional basketball career in 2019 with the Chicago Bulls in the NBA. Played college basketball at the University of North Carolina, earning All-ACC honors. Contributed to the Bulls with notable scoring ability and playmaking skills.
Played for the Chicago Bulls
Scored over 30 points in multiple games
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February 16th, 1887 139 years ago
Died
1962 64 years ago — 75 years old
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February 16th, 1519 507 years ago
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February 16th, 1972 54 years ago
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February 16th, 1922 104 years ago
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Born
February 16th, 1979 47 years ago
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