Kyle Weaver
Basketball player and college standout
Played college basketball at Washington State University, achieving All-Pac-10 honors. Selected in the second round of the 2008 NBA Draft by the Oklahoma City Thunder. Played in the NBA and had stints in various professional leagues, including international play.
Achieved All-Pac-10 honors at Washington State
Drafted by the Oklahoma City Thunder in 2008
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February 18th, 1984 42 years ago
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February 18th, 1982 44 years ago
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