Eric Bledsoe
Professional basketball player, NBA
Born
December 9th, 1989
35 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
United States
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A professional basketball player, primarily played as a point guard. Spent significant time in the NBA with the Los Angeles Clippers, Phoenix Suns, and Milwaukee Bucks. Contributed to the Bucks' victory in the 2021 NBA Championship. Known for strong defensive skills and solid scoring ability. Played college basketball at the University of Kentucky.
Won the NBA Championship with Milwaukee Bucks in 2021
Played for Los Angeles Clippers and Phoenix Suns
Selected to the NBA All-Rookie First Team in 2011
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