Devontae Cacok

Basketball player with NBA experience

Devontae Cacok - Basketball player with NBA experience
Born

October 8th, 1996
28 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

United States

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Played college basketball at the University of North Carolina at Wilmington, where notable contributions included leading the team in scoring and rebounding. Entered the NBA in 2020, signing with the Los Angeles Lakers. Contributed to the team's success during the 2020 NBA Championship season. Later joined the San Antonio Spurs, furthering professional career in the league.

NCAA All-Conference player

NBA Championship with the Los Angeles Lakers

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