Keith Van Horn
Basketball player with Dallas Mavericks

Born
October 23rd, 1975
49 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
United States
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Played college basketball at the University of Utah, earning All-American honors. Entered the NBA as the 2nd overall pick in the 1997 Draft, selected by the Philadelphia 76ers. Played for several teams including the New Jersey Nets and Dallas Mavericks. Represented the United States in international competitions, winning gold medals at the FIBA World Championship and the 2000 Sydney Olympics. Known for versatility as a forward and ability to shoot from long range.
Played for the New Jersey Nets
Competed in the 2000 Sydney Olympics
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