Eric Moreland
Basketball player for Sacramento Kings
Born
December 24th, 1991
33 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
United States
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Played professional basketball in the NBA and overseas. Selected by the Sacramento Kings in the 2014 NBA Draft. Played college basketball at Michigan State University, contributing to the team's success. Later, competed in international leagues, showcasing skills as a power forward and center.
Drafted by Sacramento Kings in 2014
Played for Michigan State University
Competed in various overseas leagues
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