JaJuan Johnson

Professional basketball player

JaJuan Johnson - Professional basketball player
Born

February 8th, 1989
36 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

United States

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A basketball player played college basketball at Purdue University, where he was a standout player. In the 2011 NBA Draft, he was selected in the second round by the New Jersey Nets but was later traded to the Boston Celtics. Played with the Celtics during the 2011-2012 NBA season. Also competed in various international leagues.

Played for the Boston Celtics in the NBA

Selected 27th overall in the 2011 NBA Draft

Accrued multiple accolades at Purdue University

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