Jerome Robinson

Basketball player for the Los Angeles Clippers

Jerome Robinson - Basketball player for the Los Angeles Clippers
Born

February 22nd, 1997
28 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

United States

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Drafted 13th overall in the 2018 NBA Draft, contributed to the Los Angeles Clippers during multiple seasons. Played college basketball at Boston College, earning All-ACC honors. Demonstrated notable scoring ability and athleticism throughout career.

Drafted 13th overall in the 2018 NBA Draft

Played for the Los Angeles Clippers

Earned All-ACC honors at Boston College

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