Kevin Johnson

Basketball player and Sacramento Mayor

Kevin Johnson - Basketball player and Sacramento Mayor
Born

March 4th, 1966
59 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

United States

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A professional basketball player and politician served as the 55th Mayor of Sacramento. Played as a point guard in the NBA for the Cleveland Cavaliers and Phoenix Suns from 1987 to 2000. Achieved three-time NBA All-Star status during his career. Transitioned into politics after retirement and was elected mayor in 2008, serving until 2016. Engaged in various community initiatives and projects during tenure.

Three-time NBA All-Star

Served as Mayor of Sacramento

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