Gary Harris

Basketball player with NBA success

Gary Harris - Athletes & Sports Figures born September 14th, 1994
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Played college basketball at Michigan State University before entering the NBA Draft. Selected by the Chicago Bulls in the first round and immediately traded to the Denver Nuggets. Played multiple seasons with the Nuggets, contributing to the team's playoff runs. Known for scoring ability and strong defensive skills. Won a gold medal with the USA Basketball team at the FIBA U19 World Championship in 2013.

Played for the Denver Nuggets in the NBA

Won a gold medal at the FIBA U19 World Championship in 2013

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