Markel Brown

Basketball player with NBA experience

Markel Brown - Basketball player with NBA experience
Born

January 29th, 1992
33 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

United States

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A basketball player started professional career after playing college basketball at Oklahoma State University. Played as shooting guard and averaged significant points for college team. Selected in the 2014 NBA Draft and played for the Brooklyn Nets during the 2014-2015 NBA season. Contributed to teams in various domestic leagues, showcasing skills in scoring and defense.

Played for Brooklyn Nets in the NBA

Averaged 8.6 points per game in the NBA

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