Corey Brewer

Basketball player and coach, NBA Champion

Corey Brewer - Basketball player and coach, NBA Champion
Born

March 5th, 1986
39 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

United States

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Born in 1986, a basketball player and coach. Played college basketball at the University of Florida, winning two NCAA Championships in 2006 and 2007. Entered the NBA in 2007, selected 7th overall by the Minnesota Timberwolves. Played for multiple teams, including the Dallas Mavericks, with whom won an NBA Championship in 2011. Transitioned to coaching after retirement from professional play, contributing to player development and team strategy.

Won two NCAA Championships with Florida

Selected 7th overall in the 2007 NBA Draft

Won NBA Championship with Dallas Mavericks

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