Marquis Daniels

Basketball player, NBA Champion

Marquis Daniels - Basketball player, NBA Champion
Born

January 7th, 1981
44 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

United States

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Played collegiate basketball at Auburn University. Entered the NBA in 2003 after going undrafted. Played for teams including the Dallas Mavericks, Boston Celtics, and Indiana Pacers. Contributed to the Boston Celtics' roster during the 2007-2008 season, resulting in an NBA Championship.

Played for the Boston Celtics

Won an NBA Championship in 2008

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