DeMar DeRozan

Professional basketball player, All-Star

DeMar DeRozan - Professional basketball player, All-Star
Born

August 7th, 1989
35 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

United States

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Played for the Toronto Raptors, San Antonio Spurs, and Chicago Bulls in the National Basketball Association (NBA). Achieved multiple NBA All-Star selections. Contributed to the Raptors' rise to playoff contention and established franchise records during tenure. Recognized for scoring ability and mid-range shooting skills. Represented the United States in international competition, winning a gold medal at the 2016 Rio Olympics.

Selected as an NBA All-Star multiple times

Contributed to Toronto Raptors' playoff success

Won a gold medal at the 2016 Olympics

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