J. R. Smith
Professional basketball player and champion
Born
September 9th, 1985
39 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
United States
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An American basketball player, played in the NBA for teams including the New Orleans Hornets, Denver Nuggets, New York Knicks, and Cleveland Cavaliers. Won two NBA championships with the Cleveland Cavaliers in 2016. Recognized for sharpshooting skills and ability to perform in high-pressure situations.
Won NBA Championship with Cleveland Cavaliers in 2016
Scored 18.1 points per game for the New York Knicks in the 2012-2013 season
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