Quincy Miller

Professional basketball player

Quincy Miller - Professional basketball player
Born

November 18th, 1992
32 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

United States

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A basketball player played college basketball for Baylor University before declaring for the NBA Draft. Selected in the second round of the 2012 draft, played for the Denver Nuggets. Also played overseas in various leagues including stints in China and Puerto Rico. Transitioned briefly to coaching after a playing career.

Drafted by the Denver Nuggets in 2012

Played for Baylor University

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