Kelenna Azubuike
Basketball player, Golden State Warriors
Born
December 16th, 1983
41 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
United States
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A former professional basketball player, this individual played in the NBA primarily for the Golden State Warriors. After a successful college career at the University of Kentucky, the player was drafted in 2005. Contributions to the Warriors included showcasing impressive scoring ability and defensive skills during the 2006-2007 season. After overcoming injuries, the player continued to compete in the NBA until transitioning to international play in various leagues.
Played for the Golden State Warriors in the NBA
Contributed to the 2006-2007 NBA season
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