David West

Basketball player and two-time champion

David West - Basketball player and two-time champion
Born

August 29th, 1980
45 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

United States

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A professional basketball player with a career spanning from 2003 to 2017. West played for teams such as the New Orleans Hornets, Indiana Pacers, and Golden State Warriors. He was a two-time NBA champion, winning titles with the Warriors in 2015 and 2017. West was selected as an NBA All-Star in 2008 and earned All-NBA Team honors during his career. Known for his scoring ability and defensive skills, West contributed to each team's success throughout his career.

Won NBA championships with Golden State Warriors

Selected as NBA All-Star in 2008

Earned All-NBA Team honors

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