OG Anunoby

British basketball player, Toronto Raptors

OG Anunoby - British basketball player, Toronto Raptors
Born

July 17th, 1997
27 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

United Kingdom

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Played college basketball for the University of Indiana. Selected in the first round of the 2017 NBA Draft by the Toronto Raptors. Contributed to the Raptors' success during their championship run in the 2018-2019 season, where the team won the NBA Championship. Recognized for defensive skills and versatility on the court.

Won the NBA Championship with the Toronto Raptors

Selected 23rd overall in the 2017 NBA Draft

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