Collin Sexton
Professional basketball player, NBA
Born
January 4th, 1999
26 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
United States
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Played college basketball for the Alabama Crimson Tide before entering the NBA. Drafted by the Cleveland Cavaliers with the 8th overall pick in the 2018 NBA Draft. Made significant contributions to the Cavaliers, establishing a reputation as a dynamic scorer and playmaker. Became a key player for the team, participating in various games and showcasing talent on the court.
Drafted 8th overall by the Cleveland Cavaliers in 2018
Averaged 20.3 points per game in the 2020-2021 season
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