Josh Giddey
Australian basketball player, Oklahoma City Thunder
Played professional basketball in the NBA for the Oklahoma City Thunder. Giddey gained attention for exceptional passing skills and court vision. In 2022, became the youngest player in NBA history to record a triple-double. Known for his contributions during his rookie season, significantly impacting team performance and earning accolades for skillful play.
Achieved triple-double as youngest player in NBA history
Selected 6th overall in the 2021 NBA Draft
Named to the NBA All-Rookie First Team in 2022
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Physicist and chemist, discovered hydrogen
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October 10th, 1731 294 years ago
Died
February 24th, 1810 216 years ago — 78 years old
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King and military leader of Navarre
Born
October 10th, 1332 693 years ago
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Finnish ice hockey player
Born
October 10th, 1996 29 years ago
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Football manager with notable team leadership
Born
October 10th, 1960 65 years ago
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Queen of Spain during the 19th century
Born
October 10th, 1830 195 years ago
Died
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Princess of Spain, wife of the King of France
Born
October 10th, 1567 458 years ago
Died
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