Glen Davis
Basketball player and NBA champion
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Professional basketball player excelled in the NBA. Played college basketball at Louisiana State University, contributing to the team’s success. Entered the NBA in 2007, drafted by the Seattle SuperSonics but traded to the Boston Celtics. Played a key role in the Celtics' 2008 Championship victory. Later played for the Orlando Magic and contributed to teams with scoring and rebounding skills until retiring from professional basketball.
Won NBA Championship with the Boston Celtics in 2008
Averaged 9.9 points and 4.4 rebounds during NBA career
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