David Nwaba
American basketball player, NBA role player
Professional basketball player listed as a shooting guard. Played college basketball at the University of California, Santa Barbara. Entered the NBA and signed with the Los Angeles Lakers in 2016. Had stints with the Chicago Bulls, Cleveland Cavaliers, and other teams. Known for contributions as a defensive player and athleticism on the court.
Played for the Los Angeles Lakers in 2016
Played for the Chicago Bulls in 2017-2018
Played for the Cleveland Cavaliers in 2018-2019
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Hungarian fencer, Olympic gold medalist
Born
January 14th, 1990 36 years ago
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Continue ReadingHugh Lofting
Author of the Doctor Dolittle series
Born
January 14th, 1886 140 years ago
Died
September 26th, 1947 78 years ago — 61 years old
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English politician, 34th Governor-General of India
Born
January 14th, 1845 181 years ago
Died
1927 99 years ago — 82 years old
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Continue ReadingLudwig Ritter von Köchel
Composer and botanist with Köchel catalog
Born
January 14th, 1800 226 years ago
Died
June 3rd, 1877 148 years ago — 77 years old
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Game show producer, created Family Feud
Born
January 14th, 1915 111 years ago
Died
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Baseball player, known for MLB career
Born
January 14th, 1984 42 years ago
A professional baseball player with a career spanning over a decade in Major League Baseball (MLB). Primarily played as a shortstop and second baseman. Made his debut in 2004 with the Los Angeles Angels. Spent the majority of his career with the Angels, contributing to the team's success during the 2000s. After leaving the Angels, played for other teams including the Atlanta Braves and the Detroit Tigers. Was part of the Angels' playoff teams and played in the 2009 ALDS. Demonstrated consistent defensive skills and offensive contributions throughout the career.
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