Quincy Acy
Basketball player with NBA experience
Born
October 6th, 1990
34 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
United States
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Professional basketball player and coach played in the NBA for the Toronto Raptors and the Dallas Mavericks. Acy also played internationally and had a career in various leagues after his tenure in the NBA. Transitioned into coaching after his playing career, focusing on developing young talent.
Played for the Toronto Raptors in 2012-2013 season
Participated in 2013 NBA Summer League
Coached at the collegiate level
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