Lonny Baxter
Basketball player, NCAA Champion
Born
January 27th, 1979
46 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
United States
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Played college basketball at the University of Maryland, contributing to the team's success. Helped secure the NCAA Championship in 2002, marking a significant achievement in college basketball history. After college, played professionally in various leagues, including the NBA, showcasing skills as a forward. His career spanned several teams, including the Chicago Bulls.
NCAA Championship with the University of Maryland in 2002
Playing in the NBA and internationally
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