Jason Terry

Basketball player, 2006 NBA champion

Jason Terry - Basketball player, 2006 NBA champion
Born

September 15th, 1977
47 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

United States

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A professional basketball player who played primarily as a shooting guard. Achieved significant recognition while playing for the Dallas Mavericks, contributing to the team's victory in the 2006 NBA Championship. After his tenure with the Mavericks, played for several teams including the Atlanta Hawks, Boston Celtics, and Brooklyn Nets. Notable for his scoring ability and long-range shooting, won the NBA Sixth Man of the Year award in 2009. Represented the United States in international competition, contributing to the gold medal-winning team at the 2008 Olympics. Retired from professional basketball in 2018.

Winning the 2006 NBA Championship with the Dallas Mavericks

Receiving the NBA Sixth Man of the Year award in 2009

Winning a gold medal at the 2008 Olympics

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