Quentin Richardson

Basketball player, NBA team player

Quentin Richardson - Basketball player, NBA team player
Born

April 13th, 1980
45 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

United States

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Played professional basketball primarily as a shooting guard. Most of the career was spent with the Los Angeles Clippers, where significant contributions were made in scoring. Helped propel the Chicago Bulls during playoff appearances. Excelled as a three-point shooter throughout the career, becoming a notable figure in the NBA. Also played for teams like the New York Knicks and the Miami Heat, continuing to demonstrate strong performance during these tenures.

Played for the Los Angeles Clippers

Contributed to playoff appearances with Chicago Bulls

Was a notable three-point shooter

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