DeAndre Jordan

Basketball player and All-Star center

DeAndre Jordan - Basketball player and All-Star center
Born

July 21st, 1988
37 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

United States

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A professional basketball player, competed in the NBA primarily as a center. Played for the Los Angeles Clippers, where achievements included multiple All-Star selections and leading the league in rebounds. Participated in international competitions, representing the USA. Played an essential role in the Clippers' successful playoff runs during the 2010s.

Selected for the NBA All-Star Game in 2017

Led the NBA in rebounds during the 2014-2015 season

Won a gold medal with the USA Basketball team in the 2016 Olympics

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