Napheesa Collier

Professional basketball player, WNBA Champion

Napheesa Collier - Professional basketball player, WNBA Champion
Born

September 23rd, 1996
28 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

United States

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A basketball player competed in the WNBA for the Minnesota Lynx. Achieved success at the University of Connecticut, winning a national championship. Selected as the 6th overall pick in the 2019 WNBA Draft. In 2021, contributed to the Minnesota Lynx's success in winning a WNBA championship. Also represented the United States in international competitions, securing a gold medal at the 2019 FIBA Women's Basketball World Cup.

WNBA Champion with Minnesota Lynx

Gold medalist at 2019 FIBA World Cup

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