Earl Barron

Basketball player and NBA champion

Earl Barron - Basketball player and NBA champion
Born

August 14th, 1981
43 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

United States

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Played professional basketball in the NBA and overseas. Debuted in the NBA with the Miami Heat in 2005. Contributed to the team's success during the 2006 NBA Championship season. Later played for several other teams, including the New York Knicks and the Memphis Grizzlies. Excelled in various international leagues, showcasing skills in scoring and rebounding.

Won the NBA Championship with Miami Heat in 2006

Played for the New York Knicks and Memphis Grizzlies

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