Michael Cage

Basketball player and broadcaster

Michael Cage - Basketball player and broadcaster
Born

January 28th, 1962
63 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

United States

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Played professional basketball in the NBA, competing for teams such as the San Diego Clippers, Seattle SuperSonics, and Philadelphia 76ers. Achieved recognition for strong rebounding skills and defensive play. Transitioned into broadcasting after retirement, providing commentary and analysis for various basketball programs.

Selected in the second round of the 1984 NBA Draft by the San Diego Clippers

Won the NBA's Sixth Man of the Year Award in 1996

Averaged 12.6 points and 10.2 rebounds per game during the 1990-91 season

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