MarShon Brooks
Basketball player, NBA and NCAA standout
Born
January 26th, 1989
36 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
United States
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Professional basketball player achieved success in the NBA after playing college basketball at Providence College. Selected as the 25th overall pick in the 2011 NBA Draft by the New Jersey Nets. Played for multiple teams during an NBA career that included stints with the Los Angeles Lakers and the Memphis Grizzlies. Also contributed to international teams, representing the United States.
Drafted 25th overall by the New Jersey Nets in 2011
Played for teams including the Los Angeles Lakers and Memphis Grizzlies
Led the NCAA in scoring during the 2010-2011 season
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