Daniel Gafford
Professional basketball player, NBA athlete
Born
October 1st, 1998
26 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
United States
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Played college basketball for the Arkansas Razorbacks before entering the NBA. Drafted by the Chicago Bulls in the 2nd round of the 2019 NBA Draft. Contributed to the team during his tenure, showcasing athleticism and defensive skills. Later played for the Washington Wizards, continuing to develop as a center.
Drafted by the Chicago Bulls in 2019
Played for the Washington Wizards
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