Jalen Johnson
Basketball player, Atlanta Hawks forward
Born
December 18th, 2001
23 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
United States
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Professional basketball player played for the Atlanta Hawks in the NBA. Developed skills during college basketball at Duke University, where contributed significantly to the team's performance. Entered the NBA Draft in 2021, showcasing abilities as a versatile forward. Participated in league games as part of the Hawks' roster, building reputation as an emerging talent.
Played college basketball at Duke University
Drafted by the Atlanta Hawks in 2021
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