Hilton Armstrong

Basketball player, NBA champion

Hilton Armstrong - Basketball player, NBA champion
Born

November 11th, 1984
40 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

United States

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Professional basketball player played as a center. Entered the NBA in 2006 after being selected as the 12th overall pick by the New Orleans Hornets. Played for teams including the New Orleans Hornets, Sacramento Kings, and Atlanta Hawks during a 10-year career. Contributed to the National Basketball Association Championship with the Miami Heat in the 2011-2012 season. Transitioned to overseas play after leaving the NBA, continuing a career in various international leagues.

Selected 12th overall in the 2006 NBA Draft

Won an NBA Championship with the Miami Heat in 2012

Played for multiple teams including the New Orleans Hornets and Atlanta Hawks

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