Gerald Wallace

Basketball player and NBA All-Star

Gerald Wallace - Basketball player and NBA All-Star
Born

July 23rd, 1982
43 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

United States

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A professional basketball player, his career spanned from 2001 to 2017 in the NBA. Playing primarily as a small forward, he started with the Sacramento Kings before being traded to the Charlotte Bobcats, where he gained recognition. Wallace was selected for the NBA All-Star Game in 2010 and was named the NBA Defensive Player of the Year in 2006. He has been known for his defensive skills and athleticism, contributing significantly to his teams' performances throughout his career.

NBA All-Star in 2010

NBA Defensive Player of the Year in 2006

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