D. J. Mbenga
Basketball player, NBA champion 2011
Born
December 30th, 1980
44 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
Belgium
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Played professional basketball primarily as a center. Began career in Belgium before moving to the NBA, where contributions included stints with the Los Angeles Lakers and Dallas Mavericks. Achieved significant success with the Lakers, securing an NBA championship in 2011. Also represented the national team of Belgium in international competitions.
Won NBA Championship with Los Angeles Lakers in 2010
Played for the Dallas Mavericks
Competed for Belgium in EuroBasket
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