Mario Chalmers

Basketball player, 2x NBA champion

Mario Chalmers - Basketball player, 2x NBA champion
Born

May 19th, 1986
39 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

United States

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Played as a point guard for the Miami Heat in the NBA. Achieved notable success during the 2006 and 2012 seasons, helping the team secure consecutive NBA championships. Played college basketball at the University of Kansas, leading the team to a national championship in 2008. Displayed exceptional skills in clutch situations, particularly in the 2008 NCAA Championship game where a crucial three-point shot helped bring the title home.

2× NBA Champion with Miami Heat

NCAA Champion with Kansas Jayhawks

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