Jeff McInnis

American basketball player and point guard

Jeff McInnis - American basketball player and point guard
Born

October 22nd, 1974
50 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

United States

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Played college basketball at the University of North Carolina, where contributed to the team's NCAA Championship victory in 1993. Entered the NBA Draft in 1996 and was selected by the Los Angeles Clippers. Played for several teams during an 11-year professional career, including the Cleveland Cavaliers and the New Jersey Nets. After retiring as a player, took on coaching roles at various levels, including high school basketball.

Played for the Los Angeles Clippers

Contributed to UNC's NCAA Championship in 1993

Played for the Cleveland Cavaliers

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