Jeff Withey

Basketball player, NCAA Champion

Jeff Withey - Basketball player, NCAA Champion
Born

March 7th, 1990
35 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

United States

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Played college basketball at the University of Kansas, where helped the team secure the NCAA Championship in 2012. Following collegiate career, entered the NBA and played for several teams including the New Orleans Pelicans and the Utah Jazz. Known for defensive skills and shot-blocking abilities, particularly during the collegiate season where led the nation in blocks per game.

Winning the NCAA Championship with Kansas in 2012

Playing for the New Orleans Pelicans

Playing for the Utah Jazz

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