John Starks
Basketball player and coach, NBA star
Born
August 10th, 1965
59 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
United States
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Played as a shooting guard in the NBA, primarily with the New York Knicks. Was a key contributor during the 1990s when the Knicks reached the NBA Finals in 1994. Played in two NBA All-Star Games and earned the NBA Sixth Man of the Year Award in 1997. Transitioned into coaching after his playing career, serving as an assistant coach for various teams.
Played for the New York Knicks
Participated in the 1994 NBA Finals
Won the NBA Sixth Man of the Year Award in 1997
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