Kevin Huerter

Basketball player for Sacramento Kings

Kevin Huerter - Basketball player for Sacramento Kings
Born

August 27th, 1998
26 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

United States

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A professional basketball player played for the Sacramento Kings in the NBA. Played college basketball for the University of Maryland, where he achieved All-Big Ten honors. Entered the NBA Draft and was selected in the first round. Contributed to the team's offensive strategies and was recognized for his shooting ability. Represented the United States in international competitions.

Played for the Sacramento Kings

Achieved All-Big Ten honors

Selected in the first round of the NBA Draft

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