David Nwaba

American basketball player, NBA role player

David Nwaba - American basketball player, NBA role player
Born

January 14th, 1993
32 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

United States

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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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