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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