Luke Jackson
Basketball player and coach
Born
November 6th, 1981
43 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
United States
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A basketball player and coach with a notable college career. Played for the University of Oregon where earned All-American honors. Entered the NBA and played primarily for the Cleveland Cavaliers. Transitioned into coaching after retirement from professional play, contributing to the development of younger players.
Earned All-American honors at the University of Oregon
Played in the NBA with the Cleveland Cavaliers
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