Dexter Pittman

Basketball player, Miami Heat champion

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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