Lawrence Frank
Basketball coach and player for Nets
Born in 1970, a former basketball player turned coach. Played college basketball at the University of California, Santa Barbara. Began coaching career as an assistant for the New Jersey Nets in 2000. Became the Nets head coach in 2004 and earned a reputation for leading the team to playoff appearances. Later served as an assistant coach for the Detroit Pistons and the Los Angeles Clippers, contributing to various successful seasons.
Coached New Jersey Nets to playoff appearances
Served as an assistant for Detroit Pistons
Worked with Los Angeles Clippers coaching staff
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Gabriela Lee
Romanian tennis player
Born
August 23rd, 1995 30 years ago
Competed professionally in tennis, representing Romania on various international circuits. Achieved recognition in both singles and doubles events, participating in tournaments worldwide. Earned titles in ITF competitions and consistently ranked within the top players in her category. Notable for performances in Grand Slam qualifiers and contributing to Romania's presence in international tennis.
Continue ReadingJosh Morris
Rugby league player; NRL champion
Born
August 23rd, 1986 39 years ago
Debuted in the National Rugby League (NRL) and played predominantly as a centre. Achieved professional success with the Canterbury-Bankstown Bulldogs and the Sydney Roosters. Represented New South Wales in State of Origin matches and played in the Australian national team. His career included significant achievements in club and representative teams, earning recognition for skills on the field.
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Baseball player, San Francisco Giants outfielder
Born
August 23rd, 1990 35 years ago
An American baseball player, primarily recognized for his tenure with the San Francisco Giants in Major League Baseball. He made his debut in 2019 after being drafted by the Giants. Yastrzemski played college baseball at Vanderbilt University, where he earned All-American honors. He achieved significant milestones during his career, including participation in the 2021 MLB All-Star Game and contributions to the team's success in the postseason.
Continue ReadingJusuf Nurkić
Bosnian basketball player, NBA center
Born
August 23rd, 1994 31 years ago
A professional basketball player who played center for the Portland Trail Blazers in the NBA. Developed talent in basketball early in life and joined the Cedevita Zagreb youth team. Made a notable impact in international competitions. Contributed to the Bosnian national team at the FIBA EuroBasket tournaments. Played college basketball in the United States and was selected in the 2014 NBA Draft by the Chicago Bulls before being traded to the Denver Nuggets, where early career performances showcased potential.
Continue ReadingDick Bruna
Dutch author and illustrator of Miffy
Born
August 23rd, 1927 98 years ago
Died
2017 9 years ago — 90 years old
An author and illustrator, contributions primarily focused on children's literature. Created the beloved character Miffy, a small rabbit depicted in a minimalistic style. Published numerous picture books featuring Miffy, which have been translated into multiple languages. Developed a distinctive art style characterized by simple lines and bright colors.
Continue ReadingP. J. Washington
Professional basketball player Charlotte Hornets
Born
August 23rd, 1998 27 years ago
Played college basketball at the University of Kentucky, where contributed to a successful season. Selected by the Charlotte Hornets in the 2019 NBA Draft. Established a reputation as a versatile forward with strong defensive skills. Made significant contributions to the Hornets since joining the team, demonstrating consistent scoring and rebounding abilities.
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