Larry Johnson

Basketball player and actor

Larry Johnson - Basketball player and actor
Born

March 14th, 1969
56 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

United States

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Played professional basketball primarily as a forward. Had a successful career in the NBA, playing for the Charlotte Hornets and the New York Knicks. Achieved All-Star status and won the NBA's Sixth Man of the Year award. Transitioned to acting, appearing in the film 'Space Jam' alongside Michael Jordan. Also featured in television shows.

Selected as an NBA All-Star in 1993

Won NBA Sixth Man of the Year in 1996

Played an integral role in the New York Knicks' 1999 playoff run

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