Darrell Armstrong

Basketball player and coach, NBA Champion

Darrell Armstrong - Basketball player and coach, NBA Champion
Born

June 22nd, 1968
57 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

United States

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Born in 1968, this individual played professional basketball in the NBA primarily as a point guard. Played for teams including the Orlando Magic and the Dallas Mavericks. Achieved significant recognition in 1999, earning the NBA Sixth Man of the Year Award. Transitioned into coaching after retirement, contributing to various teams as an assistant coach, leveraging extensive playing experience to mentor future athletes.

NBA Sixth Man of the Year in 1999

Played for the Orlando Magic

Won an NBA Championship with the Dallas Mavericks

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