Rakeem Christmas

American basketball player, NBA draft pick

Rakeem Christmas - American basketball player, NBA draft pick
Born

December 1st, 1991
33 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

United States

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A professional basketball player, participated in the NCAA tournament with Syracuse University. Entered the NBA draft in 2015 and was selected 36th overall by the Oklahoma City Thunder. Played for teams such as the Indiana Pacers, as well as various international basketball clubs. Additionally, contributed to the development of basketball in multiple capacities beyond playing.

Selected 36th overall in the 2015 NBA Draft

Played for the Indiana Pacers

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