Richard Jefferson

Professional basketball player with NBA titles

Richard Jefferson - Professional basketball player with NBA titles
Born

June 21st, 1980
44 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

United States

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A professional basketball player, earned recognition for playing in the NBA. Played for various teams including the New Jersey Nets and the Cleveland Cavaliers. Won the NBA Championship with the Cavaliers in 2016. Had a successful college career at the University of Arizona, leading the Wildcats to a National Championship appearance in 2001. Retired from professional basketball in 2018 after an extensive career spanning nearly two decades.

Won NBA Championship with Cleveland Cavaliers in 2016

Played in two NBA All-Star Games

Represented the United States in international competition

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