Jerome Jordan
Jamaican basketball player
Born
September 29th, 1986
38 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
Jamaica
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Professional basketball player, played as a center. Played college basketball for the University of Arkansas at Little Rock before entering the NBA. Selected by the New York Knicks in the 2011 NBA Draft. Spent time playing in various leagues including the NBA, D-League, and international leagues. Known for contributions to the teams he played on, particularly in defensive roles.
Drafted by the New York Knicks in 2011
Played in the NBA and D-League
Competed internationally in basketball
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