Kwame Brown

Basketball player and first overall draft pick

Kwame Brown - Basketball player and first overall draft pick
Born

March 10th, 1982
43 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

United States

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Played as a center in the NBA after being selected first overall in the 2001 NBA Draft by the Washington Wizards. Played for several teams including the Wizards, Los Angeles Lakers, and Golden State Warriors. In total, played for 12 seasons in the league, contributing to various teams with his skills in rebounding and defense.

First overall pick in the 2001 NBA Draft

Played for the Washington Wizards

Competed in the NBA for 12 seasons

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