Dexter Pittman
Basketball player, Miami Heat champion
Born
March 2nd, 1988
37 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
United States
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Played college basketball at the University of Texas before entering the NBA. Drafted by the Miami Heat in the second round of the 2010 NBA Draft. Contributed to the Heat's success during the 2011-2012 season, culminating in winning the NBA Championship. Later played for various teams in the NBA and overseas.
Won the NBA Championship with the Miami Heat in 2012
Played college basketball for the Texas Longhorns
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