Frank Kaminsky
Basketball player, NBA standout
Born
April 4th, 1993
32 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
United States
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Born in 1993, this basketball player gained prominence during his college career at the University of Wisconsin, where he helped lead the team to a Final Four appearance in 2014. In 2015, received the Naismith College Player of the Year award. Drafted ninth overall by the Charlotte Hornets in the 2015 NBA Draft. Played for the Hornets and later for the Phoenix Suns, contributing to the team's efforts in various capacities. Notable for versatility on the court and an ability to score from multiple positions.
Naismith College Player of the Year (2015)
NCAA Final Four appearance (2014)
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