Larry Nance Jr.
Professional basketball player, NBA
Born
January 1st, 1993
32 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
United States
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Played college basketball at Wyoming before being selected in the first round of the 2015 NBA Draft by the Los Angeles Lakers. Played for the Lakers until 2017, before being traded to the Cleveland Cavaliers. Contributed to the Cavaliers' playoff runs during tenure with the team, including an appearance in the NBA Finals in 2018. Known for versatility as a forward, strong defensive skills, and athletic dunks.
Selected in the first round of the 2015 NBA Draft
Reached the NBA Finals with the Cleveland Cavaliers in 2018
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