Jeremy Pargo

Basketball Player; EuroLeague Champion

Jeremy Pargo - Basketball Player; EuroLeague Champion
Born

March 17th, 1986
39 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

United States

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A professional basketball player, this athlete played primarily as a point guard. Career highlights include playing for teams in several international leagues, notably in the EuroLeague. A standout season occurred while with Maccabi Tel Aviv, leading the team to a EuroLeague championship. Additionally, played in the NBA with the Cleveland Cavaliers, contributing to team dynamics during the 2012-2013 season.

Won the EuroLeague Championship with Maccabi Tel Aviv in 2014

Played for the Cleveland Cavaliers during the 2012-2013 NBA season

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