Jordan McRae
Basketball Player, NBA Champion
Played college basketball for the University of Tennessee and earned All-SEC honors. Entered the NBA after being selected in the 2014 draft. Had stints with multiple teams, including the Philadelphia 76ers and the Cleveland Cavaliers. Contributed to the Cavaliers' 2016 NBA Championship victory, marking the franchise's first title. Also played professionally overseas, showcasing skills in various international leagues.
Contributed to the Cleveland Cavaliers' 2016 NBA Championship
Played for the Philadelphia 76ers and other NBA teams
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Physiologist and Nobel Prize laureate
Born
March 28th, 1892 134 years ago
Died
July 18th, 1968 57 years ago — 76 years old
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Scientist and Engineer in Electronics
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March 28th, 1943 83 years ago
Died
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March 28th, 1968 58 years ago
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