Doug McDermott

Professional basketball player, NBA

Doug McDermott - Professional basketball player, NBA
Born

January 3rd, 1992
33 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

United States

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Born in 1992, this basketball player gained recognition during his college career at Creighton University, where he set multiple scoring records and won the Naismith College Player of the Year award in 2014. Drafted by the Denver Nuggets in 2014, he was subsequently traded to the Chicago Bulls. Throughout his NBA career, he played for several teams including the Dallas Mavericks and the Indiana Pacers. Known for his scoring ability, particularly as a shooter, he has contributed significantly to his teams in various roles.

Naismith College Player of the Year 2014

Played with Chicago Bulls

Played with Indiana Pacers

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