Jeremy Lamb
Basketball player and NCAA champion
Born
May 30th, 1992
33 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
United States
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Born in 1992, this American basketball player gained prominence during college basketball at the University of Connecticut. In 2011, contributed to UConn winning the NCAA Championship. Entered the NBA Draft in 2012 and was selected by the Houston Rockets before being traded to the Oklahoma City Thunder. Played for the Thunder for several seasons, contributing significantly as a shooting guard. Joined the Charlotte Hornets in 2017, where continued to showcase scoring abilities. Played internationally and had stints in various teams throughout his career.
Won NCAA Championship with UConn in 2011
Played for Oklahoma City Thunder
Played for Charlotte Hornets
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