Jordan Clarkson

Basketball player, NBA Sixth Man Award winner

Jordan Clarkson - Basketball player, NBA Sixth Man Award winner
Born

June 7th, 1992
33 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

United States

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Filipino-American basketball player achieved recognition in the NBA after being drafted in 2014. Clarkson played for the Los Angeles Lakers before joining the Cleveland Cavaliers, where he contributed to the team's success in the playoffs. He won the NBA Sixth Man of the Year Award in 2021 while playing for the Utah Jazz. Representing the Philippines internationally, Clarkson was part of the national team in the FIBA World Cup. His performances in both the NBA and international competitions have highlighted his scoring ability and versatility on the court.

Won NBA Sixth Man of the Year Award in 2021

Played for Los Angeles Lakers and Cleveland Cavaliers

Represented Philippines in FIBA World Cup

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