Earl Boykins
Basketball player and coach
Born
June 2nd, 1976
48 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
United States
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A professional basketball player with a career spanning from 1998 to 2012, contributions included playing in the NBA and overseas. Standout performance included playing for the Denver Nuggets and the Cleveland Cavaliers. Known for exceptional agility and shooting skills, height of 5 feet 5 inches made him one of the shortest players in NBA history. Transitioned from player to coach and provided guidance for upcoming talent.
Played for the Denver Nuggets
Played for the Cleveland Cavaliers
Competed in the NBA for over a decade
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