Mike Dunleavy Jr.

Basketball player, NBA champion

Mike Dunleavy Jr. - Basketball player, NBA champion
Born

September 15th, 1980
44 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

United States

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Professional basketball player played in the NBA from 2002 to 2019. Drafted third overall by the Golden State Warriors in the 2002 NBA Draft. Played for several teams including the Indiana Pacers, Chicago Bulls, and Atlanta Hawks. Achieved significant success with the Cleveland Cavaliers, winning the NBA Championship in 2016. Known for his shooting ability and having a solid role as a small forward.

Won NBA Championship with Cleveland Cavaliers in 2016

Selected third overall in the 2002 NBA Draft

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