John Henson

Basketball player for the Cleveland Cavaliers

John Henson - Basketball player for the Cleveland Cavaliers
Born

December 28th, 1990
34 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

United States

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Professional basketball player competed in the NBA. Played college basketball at the University of North Carolina, winning a national championship in 2009. Drafted by the Milwaukee Bucks in the 2012 NBA Draft. Played for teams such as the Cleveland Cavaliers and the Charlotte Hornets during his career. Known for his defensive skills and versatility on the court.

Won a national championship with North Carolina in 2009

Drafted in the second round of the 2012 NBA Draft by the Milwaukee Bucks

Played for the Cleveland Cavaliers

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