Josh Hart

American basketball player, NBA champion

Josh Hart - American basketball player, NBA champion
Born

March 6th, 1995
30 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

United States

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Professional basketball player played for the New Orleans Pelicans and joined the Los Angeles Lakers, contributing to the team's 2020 NBA Championship win. Originating from Maryland, earned recognition for exceptional skills during collegiate play at Villanova, where led the team to two NCAA Championships. Notable for versatility on the court and ability to contribute in multiple facets of the game.

Played for New Orleans Pelicans

Contributed to Los Angeles Lakers' 2020 NBA Championship

Led Villanova to two NCAA Championships

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