Dejounte Murray

Basketball player, NBA All-Star

Dejounte Murray - Basketball player, NBA All-Star
Born

September 19th, 1996
29 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

United States

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Professional basketball player excelled in the National Basketball Association, primarily with the San Antonio Spurs, and later played for the Atlanta Hawks. Achieved significant recognition for defensive skills and playmaking abilities. Emerged as a pivotal player in the Spurs' lineup, contributing to the team's playoff appearances. Selected as an NBA All-Star and developed a reputation for rebounding and assists.

Selected as an NBA All-Star in 2022

Led the league in steals during the 2021-2022 season

Contributed to the San Antonio Spurs' playoff runs

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